Engineer IV, V or VI, Relay & Control Design

Georgia Transmission Corporation; Tucker (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Transmission Corporation seeks a senior Relay & Control Design engineer to develop and apply advanced electrical designs for transmission and substation facilities. The role requires independent problem solving, leadership in project work, and collaboration with corporate teams and external utilities.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with extensive experience in protection, relays, and control design, including generator interconnection facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Six years minimum in a power-related field with at least three years in protection, relay and control design or substation testing.
• Eight years minimum in a power system environment with at least four years in protection, relay and control design or substation testing and two years in leadership.
• Ten years total in electric utility power system engineering and design with six years in protection and three years in supervisory roles.
• Knowledge of symmetrical components, electrical control theory, distribution and transmission protective relays, CAD/D, and RTU equipment.
• Ability to design and interpret one-line and three-line diagrams and convey technical information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Design and evaluate relay and control systems for transmission and substation facilities.
• Develop guidelines and apply engineering standards for efficient, sound engineering work.
• Lead and supervise junior engineers on assigned projects and coordinate with other departments.
• Represent Relay & Control Design in internal corporate teams and external utility interfaces.

Skills

Symmetrical components

Electrical control theory

Protective relay functions

One-line diagrams

RTU & communication equipment

CADD

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CADD

MS Office

Job description

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Performs Relay and Control functions requiring advanced electrical design of distribution substations and the selection and application of standard engineering techniques, guidelines, procedures, and standards. Works under the supervision of Supervisors and the Manager.

(E-IV) Performs Relay and Control Design functions requiring advanced electrical design of GTC transmission and basic electrical design of generator interconnection facilities. Independently develops, designs, evaluates, selects and/or applies guidelines, procedures, engineering techniques and technical standards in an economically efficient and sound engineering manner; Exhibits full competency in most aspects of Relay & Control Design functions. Represents the Relay & Control Design functional area as an internal part of corporate teams and in corporate interfaces to Member Systems; May represent Relay & Control with other utilities. Make most decisions on relay and control engineering problems and methods independently with instructions as to the general results expected. Receives technical guidance on unusual and/or complex projects. May be assigned to provide supervision to junior engineers on assigned work.

(E-V) Performs Relay and Control Design functions requiring advanced electrical design of GTC transmission and advanced electrical design of generator interconnection facilities. Independently develops, designs, evaluates, selects and/or applies guidelines, procedures, engineering techniques and technical standards in an economically efficient and sound engineering manner. Represents the Relay & Control Design functional area as an internal part of corporate teams and in corporate interfaces to Member Systems; Represents Relay & Control with other utilities and organization is the electric power industry, possibly in a leading role. Independently make decisions on Relay & and Control engineering problems and methods requiring advanced techniques and methods. Consults with supervisor/manager concerning unusual/complex projects. Supervision and guidance relate to critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters. Supports the review of work products of lower-level Relay & Control Design staff.

(E-VI) Performs advanced Relay and Control Design functions requiring detailed electrical design and/or protection of all GTC transmission and generator interconnection facilities. Independently develops, designs, evaluates, selects and/or applies guidelines, procedures, engineering techniques and technical standards in an economically efficient and sound engineering manner. Assumes full responsibility for interpreting and executing assignments with instructions as to the broad general objectives and limits. Assists in directing the growth, development and integrity of the Relay & Control Design Program. Conceives plans and conducts engineering research in areas of advance scope and complexity that uses new and innovative technologies, concepts and approaches. Supports team goals and objectives and assists with the supervision of staff by coordinating work activities and the review of technical work products. Acts as a liaison with individuals and departments within and outside of the Corporation with responsibility of acting independently on matters pertaining to Relay & Control Design.

Education:

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.

Experience:

(E-IV) Minimum of six (6) years of experience in a power related field, (four with P. E.) in power system environment with at least three years in system protection, relay and control design or substation testing.

(E-V) Minimum of eight (8) years of experience (six with P. E.) in power system environment with at least four years in system protection, relay and control design or substation testing and at least two years of key leadership responsibilities.

(E-VI) Minimum of ten (10) years (eight with PE) of electric utility experience in power system engineering and design with at least six (6) years of experience in System Protection (Protective Relaying) and Control and at least three years of supervisory or key leadership responsibilities.

Specialized Skills:

Knowledge of symmetrical components, Knowledge of electrical control theory, Knowledge of distribution and transmission protective relay functions, Knowledge of Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD), Knowledge of Microsoft products (MSWord, Excel and PowerPoint), Knowledge of RTU and communication equipment, Knowledge of DFR and SERs, Knowledge of power line carrier and pilot systems for protection engineering, Ability to design and interpret one-line, three-lines, electrical elementary, electrical connections and wiring diagrams, Effective communication and presentation skills, and Ability to travel independently.