Onsite Campus Energy Systems Engineer: Power & Decarb

Honeywell; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Honeywell is seeking an experienced Energy Systems Electrical Engineer to serve as the subject matter expert for the UMD NextGen Energy Program. The role focuses on electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for the central energy plant and distribution network at the University of Maryland Campus.

The successful candidate will perform MV distribution design, power system studies, and equipment maintenance, while coordinating with vendors and ensuring compliance with UMD criteria.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License registered in the State of Maryland (or ability to obtain reciprocity).
• 10+ years of direct experience in the analysis, design, and operation of electrical equipment/systems, including medium voltage electric distribution systems (≥ 13.8 kV), electric power generation, and industrial instrumentation and control systems.
• SKM Power*Tools modeling experience for short circuit, coordination, and arc flash studies.
• Ability to be physically present on campus at UMD at least five (5) days during each standard work week and available at all other times in the event of an Emergency.
• Dedication solely to the NextGen Program (no Affiliate engineering responsibilities permitted).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary subject matter expert for electrical, instrumentation, and control components, equipment, and systems for the UMD Energy Systems.
• Analyze, design, and operate medium voltage electric distribution systems (≥ 13.8 kV) and related plant instrumentation.
• Perform power systems modeling and arc flash studies.
• Conduct load flow analyses and evaluate campus expansion tie-ins.
• Optimize and maintain turbine generator sets (gas, steam, diesel).
• Upgrade and maintain MV breakers, switchgear, and protection relays.
• Analyze real-time data via SCADA/DCS to optimize plant performance.
• Maintain operations within budget and KPIs, and implement new tech for decarbonization.
• Interface with vendors, subcontractors, and engineering firms.
• Manage capital projects from design to completion per UMD criteria and standards.
• Assess job hazards for lock-out/tag-out with NextGen Safety Manager.

Skills

SCADA/DCS experience

Combined-Cycle power plant

Protection relay design

PLC operation & programming

Customer service orientation

Program management

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SKM Power*Tools

Job description

Honeywell is seeking an experienced Energy Systems Electrical Engineer to serve as the subject matter expert for the UMD NextGen Energy Program. The role focuses on electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for the central energy plant and distribution network at the University of Maryland Campus.

The successful candidate will perform MV distribution design, power system studies, and equipment maintenance, while coordinating with vendors and ensuring compliance with UMD criteria.