Engineer, Substations Protection & Control

EEONLINE; Bartons Location (IN); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

AES Indiana is seeking a Substations Protection & Control Engineer to join our Indianapolis, Indiana offices. The role involves design and implementation of substation P&C for 13.2kV to 345kV projects, with responsibilities across calculations, studies, and relay panel wiring.

We welcome candidates with a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, a strong English communication, and familiarity with AutoCAD; PE registration is preferred and prior utility experience is a plus.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited).
• Understanding of power system symmetrical components.
• Ability to work in a team and independently.
• Strong command of English, both written and spoken.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• AutoCAD experience is preferred; PE registration is advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Complete substation protection and control designs including panels, one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, and wiring.
• Analyze existing protection schemes and propose improvements.
• Develop cable schedules and bill of materials.
• Apply SCADA and communication systems within substations.
• Perform relay settings calculations and coordination studies.
• Create transmission and distribution relay logic diagrams.
• Review fault events and recommend remedial actions.
• Coordinate design activities with multi-discipline teams.
• Support procurement and ensure schedules are met.

Conocimientos

Team player

English proficiency

Interpersonal communication

Driver's license

Educación

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Herramientas

AutoCAD

Descripción del empleo

Engineer, Substations Protection & Control

Organization

AES Corporation

Region

Canada, Indiana, Indianapolis

End Of Contest

February 1, 2027

Type

full time

Category

Substation engineer

Description

AES Indiana is seeking a Substations Protection & Control Engineer to work in our Indianapolis, Indiana offices. The Substations P&C Engineer will work on the design and implementation of new and existing utility substations ranging from 13.2kV to 345kV. All experience levels will be considered for this position.

The successful candidate will be tasked with the development and execution of utility substation P&C designs, calculations, and studies. He/she will work either alone or as part of a team to design, review, direct, and support substation protection and control projects that vary in complexity and scope.

The AES Indiana substation team is a dynamic group that works together to solve problems quickly and provide reliable solutions for our customers and the community.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• Complete substation protection and control designs including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC schematics, DC elementary, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring.


• Detailed analysis of existing protection schemes to identify weaknesses and propose improvements.


• Develop cable schedules and bill of materials.


• Application and interconnection of SCADA and communication systems within the substation.


• Relay settings calculations and system coordination studies.


• Create and analyze transmission and distribution relay settings and logic diagrams.


• Review of system fault events and recommendation of remedial actions when required.


• Iteratively work to achieve best design outcome considering cost, project scope, constructability, and consistency with existing practices.


• Coordinate design activities with other multi-discipline project team members.


• Act as a representative of AES Indiana to the public and our customers.


• Interact and consult with other substation team members to incorporate existing standards and best practices into substation designs.


• Develop engineering equipment and services specifications.


• Manage project documents.


• Assist with equipment procurement.


• Ensure project schedules are met.


• Support construction activities with technical expertise and onsite technical direction when required.

Required Talents, Skills, Expertise, Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems from an ABET accredited program.


• Working understanding of power system symmetrical components


• Ability to work as a team member, as well as independently


• A high level of interpersonal communication skills, including a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills


• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.


• AutoCAD software skills are preferred.


• Professional Engineer registration or plan to become registered is preferred.


• Prior utility or consulting experience is a plus.

Contact

AES Corporation

4300 Wilson Blvd

Arlington

Virginia United States

www.aes.com