What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer - Central Engineering, Relay Protection P&C Standards position at Consolidated Edison Company of New York?
Overview
An opportunity to be part of our Protective Relay Strategy Implementation (PRSI) team, where multifold strategic initiatives in redesigning Con Edisons Protection and Control (P&C) systems are taking place. You will be on the cutting edge of clean energy future and part of a collaborative culture where information is shared, and innovative ideas are welcome. Being part of PRSI team is an exciting opportunity to create futuristic P&C design integrating technology and innovation for Con Edisons unique electric system.
Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop, test, implement, and maintain protection and control (P&C) system standards, including philosophy documents, relay setting guides, templates, drawings, and test procedures.
- Research industry best practices and emerging technologies to support continuous improvement of established P&C standards.
- Perform engineering analyses, evaluate new hardware and software solutions, and support the deployment of protection system upgrade initiatives.
- Support PRSI department efforts by implementing new strategies, initiatives, and processes to enhance the design, operation, and reliability of P&C systems.
- Provide technical support to other PRSI functions, including protection system asset management and remote monitoring and analytics of substation P&C devices.
- Oversee vendor activities and perform technical reviews to ensure contractor work meets engineering standards and departmental requirements.
- Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to implement relay protection standards, obtain feedback, and manage expectations.
Qualifications
Required Education/Experience- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and 3 years of engineering work experience. A minimum of two years of relevant experience in relay protection and/or control systems engineering disciplines, required. or
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and 4 years of engineering work experience. A minimum of two years of relevant experience in relay protection and/or control systems engineering disciplines, required.
- A minimum of two years of relevant experience in relay protection and/or control systems engineering disciplines, required.
- Computer proficiency to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), required.
- Proficiency in using PSS/E CAPE, Aspen or equivalent fault study analysis tools, required.
- Experience with various microprocessor relay platforms and software, required.
- Ability to write engineering specifications and standards, preferred.
- Demonstrated analytical skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Develops and delivers effective presentations
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.
- Driver's License Required
- Sit or stand to use a keyboard, mouse, and computer for the duration of the workday
- Stand to use/operate office equipment for the duration of the workday
- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to travel throughout the company service territory and work at company locations as needed.
- Ability to wear the required PPE as needed.
- Ability to work in various indoor and outdoor conditions, and in all weather conditions.
- Ability to work in power plants and high voltage substations.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Consolidated Edison is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms in policy and practice its commitment to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship, eligible veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Con Edison is a federal contractor subject to VEVRAA and desires to receive priority referrals of protected veterans. To learn about your equal employment opportunity protections as part of the application process please visit http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf