Power System Principal Engineer (Transmission & Substation Protection Engineering)

Austin, Texas; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

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Competitive Benefits

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Job summary

City of Austin's engineering division seeks an experienced protection engineer to design and evaluate power system protection schemes for transmission and distribution projects, ensuring compliance with NERC, FERC, ERCOT and TX PUC standards.

You will coordinate with consultants, contractors, manufacturers and inspectors, review drawings, perform protection studies, set relay configurations, mentor junior engineers and help manage project budgets and schedules.

Job description

* Develops technical specifications and standards by applying knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering discipline, including the methods, materials, equipment and techniques used.* Plans, researches, designs, and implements engineering studies and projects and/or program areas by applying advance technical knowledge of engineering discipline.* Manages and negotiates contracts by reviewing monthly progress reports, verifying final quantities and costs, compiling requisite documentation, reviewing change orders, and auditing as-built records.* Acts as a liaison among consultants, contractors, subcontractors, manufacturers, fabricators or suppliers and City.* Negotiates problems of changes, errors or deficiencies and ensures compliance with project specifications and requirements.* Manages and monitors engineering projects for compliance.* Reviews, analyzes, and interprets plans, specifications, contracts and other related documents.* Develops and monitors project budgets and assists in developing, managing and submitting proposed budget forecast planning for short- and long-term city planning.* Monitor projects for regulatory compliance and maintains knowledge of the latest developments in the utility industry, to meet North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) and Texas Public Utility Commission (TX PUC) standards and regulatory requirements.* Knowledge of engineering design principles applicable to electric utility operations such as, generation, transmission, distribution and other related fields.* Knowledge of utility standards and regulatory requirements, to meet North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) and Texas Public Utility Commission (TX PUC) compliance requirements.* Knowledge of engineering standards, codes, practices, procedures, materials, and equipment used in the design, construction, and operation of the electric utility systems.* Knowledge of established engineering principles and methods.* Knowledge of preparation of cost estimates and engineering and feasibility reports.* Knowledge of regulatory requirements within the Local, State and Federal ordinances and laws.* Knowledge of City of Austin purchasing and contract policies and procedures.* Skill in oral and written technical and/or general communication including preparation of written reports.* Skill in negotiations and handling conflict resolution.* Ability to perform more complex engineering calculations and to analyze engineering problems.* Experience providing mentorship to develop other protection engineers* Experience in applying power system protection principles and relaying schemes for utility T&D systems* Experience in utility power systems analysis to perform system protection studies, develop protection schemes and relay settings* Experience using ASPEN OneLiner and SEL QuickSet/Grid Configurator* Experience in trouble shooting protection systems and mis-operation analysis* Experience with NERC reliability standards and ERCOT requirements* Experience reading protection and control drawings such as one-line drawings, AC/DC schematic drawings and wiring schematics* The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.* **Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.*** The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application.* Statements such as \"see résumé\" will not be accepted. You may use \"N/A\" for fields that are not applicable.* Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed.* Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.* If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.* This position requires a criminal background investigation and NERC Personal Risk Assessment.* Reference verifications or internal file checks (for internal candidates) are required.**Travel:**If you are selected for this position and meet the **Driver Safety Standards** in the City of Austin you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.**Competitive Benefits**: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.**Career Growth**: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.**Competitive Benefits**: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.**Career Growth**: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.