What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Substation Protection and Control Engineer position at LaBella Associates?
We are currently looking for a P & C Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience in protection and control system detailed design, cost estimating, and bid document preparation for commercial, industrial, generation, renewables, and utility power systems.
Duties
- Create/modify one-lines, three-lines, control schematics, wiring diagrams, relay panel arrangements, and cable lists for substations, relay settings and configuration files.
- Design auxiliary AC and DC power systems.
- Create/modify technical specifications for major equipment, such power transformers, power circuit breakers, control house, panel construction specification and other high-voltage substation related materials;
- Coordinate with and provide technical assistance to SCADA engineers, substation physical engineers, and control design staff in order to fully develop system integration of protection, control, and monitoring systems;
- Perform basic calculations such as voltage drop, CT burden and saturation, lighting, and short circuit with minimal supervision;
- Apply field mark-ups of project as-built drawings with minimal supervision;
- Assist project manager to develop scope of work and conceptual design for the projects;
- Communicate and coordinate project activities with project manager, client, and others as needed;
- Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members;
- Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of one's work;
- Panel construction specifications (panel and interconnect wiring as well as panel layouts and elevations).
- Comfortable evaluating/reviewing control features, and communication/protocol aspects of protective relays, RTU’s, LTC Controllers, and other equipment as well as relay setting coordination.
- Aid in testing and commissioning as needed pertaining to system startups and functional checks.
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
- 5 or more years of experience in protection and control system design, cost estimating, and bid document preparation for medium voltage electrical power projects.
- A PE license from a US State (NC and NY) is preferred.
- Successful track record designing Protection and Control Systems.
- Knowledge of Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), NERC, NEC, NESC, NEMA, and ANSI standards used in designing substation is critical.
- Experience with telecommunications, protective relaying, and automation (SCADA) is required.
- Desired knowledge in low voltage coordination and arc flash studies.
- Familiarity with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, General Electric and Basler equipment.
- Periodic travel, ability to visit project sites.
- Desired software knowledge in:
- ASPEN or similar
- Doble
- AutoCAD
- SKM
- ETAP
Salary Range: $90,000 - $117,000 per year
The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.
Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Health/Dental Insurance
- 401k Plan with Employer Match
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off
- Leadership Development Program
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonus Program
- Wellness Program
- Team Building Events
- Community Service Events
Salary : $90,000 - $117,000