Sr. Substation Engineer
6 days ago
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Minimum of 5 years of experience in electric utility or power engineering space (understanding commissioning & protection schemes)
Must have an understanding of electrical AND system protection
Compliance (NERC CIP) Experience
Plus:
~ PE in State of Texas
Day to day:
THIS ROLE IS CONTRACT TO HIRE:
A utilities client in the Houston area is looking for a Substation Engineer to join their team. They will provide technical support and coordinate activities relating to the continual improvement of operations and maintenance practices in support of the clients substation system. They will also provide technical assistance and formal training to field crews. They will represent Substation Operations in providing technical support to internal and external customers and serving on task forces and committees. This individual will be overseeing NERC CIP compliance program. They will also be providing testing and commissioning support to the substation field technicians. Lastly, they are the liaison between the operational field personal and the Engineering team.
Additional below:
Work effectively with customers and clients to deliver products that meet or exceed their expectations.
Understand and anticipate clients' needs and pro-actively seek solutions / helpful information.
Stay current regarding industry and business issues. Understand and apply this knowledge.
Assist in Substation EOP (Emergency Operating Plan) and Pandemic Plan, and associated documentation
Assist with the administration of databases containing test result data including – SQL Server, Powerbase, RTS, DTA, SERTS.
Provide tech support to field personnel for test equipment apparatus software and commissioning procedures. May include providing after hours assistance in the field.
Review load readings produced during commissioning of substation equipment. May include providing after hours assistance in the field.
Assist in regulatory-related operations and planning activities as necessary including but not limited to audits or other external evaluations.
Prepare written documentation and presentations on technical issues. Requires investigative skills, knowledge of substation operating systems and technical writing skills.
Complete complex assignments in a timely manner.
Provide data for various Benchmarking programs. Prepare formal responses to industry survey requests on behalf of the Division.
Work effectively with customers and clients to deliver products that meet or exceed their expectations.
Investigate, report, and provide solutions on operating problems and equipment failures.
Develop corrective action, procedure, and process recommendations utilizing available resources including the technical assistance of other Company personnel
Author / Co-author weekly Operations Memos
Perform technical assessments of customer and CenterPoint Energy substations.
Develop substation equipment advisories and technical bulletins.
Develop and provide presentations to field crews, management, and customers.
Serve as a division representative on task forces and committees.
Plan, organize, and guide extensive programs and activities of major importance.
Assist with proving and vetting Doble DUC software updates
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