Protection & Controls Engineer

4 weeks ago

Chicago, United States InfraRec. Full time

Are you passionate about ensuring the reliability and safety of electrical systems? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can apply your expertise to protect critical infrastructure? If so, we are seeking a talented Protection and Controls Engineer to join a global consultancy.

Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.

As a Protection and Controls Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and maintaining protection schemes for high-voltage substation and transmission systems. Your technical expertise will be instrumental in safeguarding utility and generation clients' assets while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop protection schemes for high-voltage substation and transmission systems.
  • Generate one-line and three-line diagrams to illustrate protection configurations.
  • Perform relay coordination studies and settings calculations to optimize system reliability.
  • Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software to create detailed drawings and schematics.
  • Prepare equipment specifications and procurement documents.
  • Conduct analysis and simulations using specialized software to evaluate system performance.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate protection and control systems into overall infrastructure projects.
  • Provide technical support during installation, testing, and commissioning phases.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, standards, and best practices related to protection and controls engineering.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
  • Previous experience in protection and controls engineering for high-voltage substation and transmission systems.
  • Proficiency in relay coordination, settings calculations, and protection scheme design.
  • Familiarity with industry-standard software tools such as ASPEN, ETap, SKM, etc.
  • Knowledge of relevant codes and standards, including FERC and NERC requirements.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Detail-oriented approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
  • Professional Engineering (PE) license required.
  • AutoCAD Electrical experience is a plus.
  • Experience with SCADA, RTU programming, and substation automation is advantageous.
  • Must be authorized to work permanently in the United State

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