Lead Power System Protection & Control Engineer

GE Vernova; Connecticut; Remote; USD 98,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Lead Power System Protection & Control Engineer responsible for executing engineering and consulting services in Transmission, Distribution, and Industrial markets. The role involves designing protection solutions, conducting engineering studies, and providing testing services. This position is remote and offers competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

10% Variable Incentive Bonus

Qualifications

• Seven years of experience in design, study, and analysis of electric power systems.
• Must hold a Professional Engineer license in at least one state.

Responsibilities

• Design complex protection solutions for electrical utilities.
• Create relay setting files and perform engineering studies.
• Test customized Protection and Control solutions.

Skills

Power System Analysis

Technical Writing

Communication

Education

B.S in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Tools

Mathcad

MATLAB

ASPEN

CAPE

SKM

CDEGS

WinIGS

Etap

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Job Description Summary

This position will be responsible for executing Protection and Control Engineering and Consulting services in Transmission, Distribution and Industrial markets in the US and Canada. Reporting through the Grid Automation North America Operations Director, the Power System Protection and Control Engineer will be part of the regional Projects and Services execution team. Activities will include designing, programming, testing and commissioning protection and control related applications for power system design and substation automation projects.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Design and delivery of complex protection solutions for generation, transmission, distribution systems for electrical utilities and industrial clients.
2. Participate in the design and development of microgrid solutions including power flow optimization and dispatching algorithms.
3. Perform engineering studies and analyses such as: short circuit, load flow, ground grid design, Lightening protection studies, Insulation coordination, arc-flash studies, protective device coordination, etc.
4. Create relay setting files to include programming of Protection and Control Elements, Control Logic and Communications settings for GE and third-party protective relays.
5. Test customized Protection and Control solutions both in house and at customer installations
6. Ability to model and conduct power system simulations using RTDS simulator or equivalent
7. Provide factory acceptance test plans and testing services to validate protection designs for customer witnessing
8. Site acceptance test planning and field support up to and including commissioning of new applications
9. Assist software tool development to automate the engineering process internally and externally with key utility partners
10. Participate in project meetings with project managers and customers on technical discussions

Qualifications And Skill Requirements

1. B.S or higher degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering specialized in power system.
2. Seven (7) years of experience in design, study, and analysis of electric power systems.
3. Knowledge of power system steady and transient analysis, fault study and protection theory. Familiar with symmetrical components.
4. Must hold a Professional Engineer license in at least one state and willing to work with the rest of the team to review and stamp engineering drawings and studies as needed and with proper training and supervision

Desired Characteristics

1. Must be willing to represent the company and apply for permits to conduct engineering services as needed
2. Working experience with study software and power system tools such as Mathcad, MATLAB, ASPEN, CAPE, SKM, CDEGS, WinIGS, or Etap
3. Working knowledge on substation communication protocols such as IEC 61850, DNP, Modbus
4. Knowledge or field experience with system commissioning and testing including Doble / Omicron test equipment or similar
5. Ethical and professional business manner in interaction with team members and customers.
6. Technical skills to execute projects, identify opportunities, and write SOW proposals.
7. Estimate engineering efforts for customer proposals and projects.
8. Proficient in technical report writing, MS Word and Excel
9. Strong communication skills including technical writing and presentations.
10. Strong learning skills, demonstrated team player and Customer focused

The base pay range for this position is 98,400.00 - 148,300.00 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a 10% variable incentive bonus annually. This posting is expected to close on 5/20/25.

Additional benefits, company policies, and employment conditions are detailed in the original description. This position is remote, with no relocation assistance provided.