Power Systems Protection Engineer - Multiple Cities

Make Choteau Home; Montana; On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Competitive employee benefits

Job summary

Make Choteau Home is seeking a Systems Protection Engineer to design electrical power systems including substations and distribution lines. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of related experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

This role involves collaboration with Project Managers, conducting system analyses, preparing engineering solutions, and representing the company in project meetings. Salary ranges between $120,000 and $140,000, with eligibility for annual performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of job-related experience.
• Ability to obtain licensure as a Professional Engineer in Montana.
• Experience with construction contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Develop reliable engineering concepts for various projects.
• Consult with clients to understand their needs and budgets.
• Prepare and review system studies and drawings.

Skills

Electrical system design

Power systems analysis

National Electrical Safety Code knowledge

Electrical Systems Analysis Software

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

This position is available out of Billings, Bozeman, Great Falls, Helena, Kalispell, Missoula, and Whitefish, MT

Description

Join us to design places that make a difference

As a Cushing Terrell team member, you will create built environments that push the boundaries of cutting‑edge design and contribute to thriving communities. You will join a multidisciplinary team of talented engineers, architects, designers, planners, and business professionals who work across 17 office locations and remotely throughout the United States. Our vision is to shape a new world using knowledge and creativity to educate, enlighten, delight, unite, preserve, sustain, and forever improve.

As a Systems Protection Engineer, you will possess a thorough understanding of codes and have experience in the protection of electrical power systems, which includes substations, distribution lines, and industrial facilities. In this role, you will collaborate with Project Managers to develop reliable engineering concepts for various projects.

You will demonstrate the ability to conduct analyses of both new and existing systems and develop appropriate engineering solutions. You will consult with clients to understand their needs, desires, and budgets while determining the functional requirements for new or renovated systems. Additionally, you will be responsible for scheduling projects and related workloads, representing Cushing Terrell in project meetings, and participating in strategy discussions. This position involves preparing and reviewing system studies and drawings, providing direction to project teams, and overseeing the activities of individuals involved in various aspects of power systems design.

Qualifications you will bring to the table

• Bachelor’s degree or higher education in Electrical Engineering
• 8+ years of job-related experience
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code and the National Electrical Code
• Licensed Professional Engineer (or ability to obtain by comity) in the state of the hiring Cushing Terrell office
• Advanced knowledge of one or more Electrical Systems Analysis Software packages, ETAP preferred
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Outlook, and Microsoft Office
• Proven record of technical competence in areas of electrical system design including but not limited to electrical substations, overhead and underground distribution, and industrial installations, with applicable codes and regulations
• Develop working knowledge of Cushing Terrell’s process and issues affecting productivity and quality control
• Ability to prepare fee proposals, various studies and reports in relation to essential functions listed below
• Work independently or under the direct supervision of a Senior Engineer or Project Manager
• Ability to administer construction contracts and conduct ‘on-site’ observation of work during construction to monitor plan compliance, including administration and review of addendums, substitutions, change orders, and submittals

Did you know that some people hold back on applying to jobs if they don’t meet 100% of the listed requirements? We don’t want you to hold back! If you don’t check every point above but still feel like you could successfully do the work, we encourage you to apply!

As a Team Member at Cushing Terrell, you will…

• Perform various studies including short-circuit, load-flow, coordination, grounding, lightning protection, and others as required
• Perform power system studies utilizing one or more power systems analysis software packages.
• Produce protective relay settings and setting files utilizing relay vendor software
• Apply NERC-PRC standards to relay coordination and produce applicable compliance reports
• Develop protection schemes for substations & industrial installations
• Coordinate with other substation design disciplines (i.e., P&C design teams)
• Maintain a working knowledge of processes and issues affecting productivity and quality of contract documents and reports
• Act as Engineer-in-responsible-charge, including making technical decisions in their respective field, reviewing, stamping, and signing construction documents
• Develop positive external and internal client relationships and participate in project interviews for firm-wide projects
• Conduct project closeout and quality measurement investigation

The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.

Your pay

The salary for this position is based on the location/s posted. If you are a candidate living outside of (this region/these regions), we still encourage you to apply as salary ranges may differ across states/cities/job markets.

• Expected Range: $120,000 to $140,000
• The position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus

The actual salary offered for the role will be determined based on various factors including but not limited to years of experience, certifications, location, level of job-related knowledge, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law).

Why Cushing Terrell?

Cushing Terrell offers excellent, competitive employee benefits; please view our Employee benefits guide for more information.

Equity

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, age, color, religious creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, military status or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.