Protection and Control Engineer

LaBella Associates

City of Rochester (NY)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 135,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Short & Long Term Disability

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Leadership Development Program

Fitness Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Protection and Control Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead projects in protection and control system design across various sectors, including commercial and renewable energy. With a strong focus on collaboration, you'll work directly with clients to develop tailored solutions while ensuring compliance with industry standards. The company fosters a supportive environment that promotes career growth, offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. If you're passionate about engineering and ready to make an impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

5+ years in protection and control system design and bidding document prep.
Knowledge of IEEE, NERC, NEC, NESC, NEMA, and ANSI standards.

Responsibilities

Design projects collaborating with clients to define scope and solutions.
Evaluate interoperability and perform power system studies.

Skills

Protection and Control System Design

Cost Estimating

Bidding Document Preparation

Telecommunications

Protective Relaying

Automation (SCADA)

Low Voltage Coordination

Arc Flash Studies

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

PE License (desired)

Tools

Schweitzer Engineering Equipment

General Electric Equipment

Basler Equipment

Job description

We are currently looking for a Protection and Control Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience in protection and control system design, cost estimating, and bidding document preparation for commercial, industrial, generation, and renewables. Typical system voltage levels range from 138 kV to 2.4kV. This position can be filled in any of our New York offices.

The Building Engineering Division at LaBella provides complete building engineering services including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural engineering. Services range from feasibility studies and analysis through project design and construction.

This role can accelerate your career goals through immediate opportunities to lead, and comes with a competitive starting salary, incentive compensation, a comprehensive benefit package, and opportunities to become a LaBella shareholder.

Duties

Design projects working directly with clients to develop project scope, identify problems, and propose solutions.
Typical requirements include Protection and Control drawings and documentation (relay one-lines, three-lines, AC/DC schematics, I/O lists, relay settings, configuration files, etc.), panel construction specifications (panel and interconnect wiring as well as panel layouts and elevations), and other supporting documentation.
Evaluate the interoperability, control features, and communication/protocol aspects of protective relays, RTUs, LTC Controllers, and other equipment, as well as perform power system load flow studies, fault studies, and relay setting coordination.
Aid in commissioning as needed pertaining to system startups and functional checks.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $135,000 per year

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Minimum Requirements

A BS in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
5 or more years of experience in protection and control system design, cost estimating, and bidding document preparation for electrical transmission and distribution substations projects.
A PE license from a US State is desired but not required.
Successful track record designing Protection and Control Systems.
Knowledge of IEEE, NERC, NEC, NESC, NEMA, and ANSI standards used in designing substations is critical.
Experience with telecommunications, protective relaying, and automation (SCADA) is required.
Interest in low voltage coordination and arc flash studies.
Familiarity with Schweitzer Engineering, General Electric, and Basler equipment.

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

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