Protective Relaying Engineering Consultant 2

Sargent Lundy; Westminster (CO); Hybrid; USD 142,710 - 215,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare plans

401(k)

Paid vacation

Job summary

Sargent Lundy is hiring an engineering consultant in Westminster, Colorado. This hybrid position involves performing protection system calculations and developing relay settings for a variety of clients. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 10 years of relevant experience in power system protection, along with familiarity with relevant software and standards. An attractive compensation range of $142,710 to $215,440, along with comprehensive benefits, is offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years relevant engineering experience with an emphasis in power system protection.
• Experience developing relay settings for substations and transmission lines.
• Experience with NERC PRC compliance evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Perform protection system calculations and analysis.
• Develop relay settings for various electrical devices.
• Assist clients with NERC compliance.

Skills

Power system protection

Experience with microprocessor-based and electro-mechanical relays

Experience using protection system software

Transient analysis of power systems

Short circuit analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM

Aspen

Job description

Description

WORK LOCATION: This position allows for a hybrid / flexible work schedule with a mix of work spent on site at the Sargent & Lundy office and working remote from home.

This engineering consultant position is within Sargent & Lundy's Electrical Analytical Division and will be responsible forthe following:

• Performing protection system calculations and analysis to support a wide variety of clients
• Develop relay settings associated with HV/EHV Substation and Transmission Lines
• Develop relay settings for Power Station Generators, Transformers, Motors and Medium Voltage and Low Voltage protection devices
• Aiding clients tocomply withNERC PRC standards
• Relaying Event Report analysis

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering(background in Power/Power Systems) and sufficient industry experience is considered in lieu of an advanced degree.Master'sor PhD in Electrical Engineering is preferred.
• 10+yearsrelevant engineering experience with an emphasisinpower system protection
• Experience with microprocessor-based relays (SEL, Beckwith, GE, ABB,etc) and electro-mechanical relays
• Experience with micro-processor basedrelay software (SELAcSELerator, GEEnervista,etc)
• Experience with Generator, Transformer, and Motor Protection studies
• Experience with HV/EHV substation and Line Relaying
• Experience with LV Breaker protection
• Experience using protection system software such as ETAP, SKM, and Aspen
• Experience with NERC PRC compliance evaluations

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Successful completion of the Professional Engineering (PE) exam
• Experience performing transient analysis of power systems using software such as: PSS/E, ETAP, SKM, PSCAD and EMTP-RV
• Experience in short circuit analysis and using software programs CAPE orEasyPower

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$142,710.00 - $215,440.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.