Senior Engineer, Protection and Controls (D) (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy; East Berlin (CT); Hybrid; USD 129,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking a Senior P&C Engineer to design and operate protection and control systems ensuring reliable transmission and distribution. You will mentor engineers, leading project teams and supporting operations during unplanned events.

Requirements include a BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years in protection, and experience with IEC61850; PE license is preferred. Hybrid work environment with travel to sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of five (5) years related experience.
• Experience with protection and control systems.
• Knowledge of protective relaying and IEC61850 preferred.
• PE License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review proposed changes to electric facilities for compatibility with protection standards.
• Create new protection and control system designs per Eversource standards.
• Specify materials for new/modified protection systems.
• Develop settings and logic for protective relays and feeders.
• Perform coordination studies using fault simulation software.
• Interface with Planning, Operations, and Field personnel.
• Lead project teams and mentor junior engineers.
• Assist in storm and emergency restoration efforts.

Skills

Protection & Control

Team leadership

Communication

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Electrical Engineering (B.S./M.S.)

PE License Preferred

Tools

ASPEN Oneliner modeling

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

A Senior P&C Engineer is responsible for ensuring the completion of activities and assignments associated with the design and operation of protection and control systems necessary for the safe and reliable operation of the transmission and distribution system to meet the mission and objectives of the organization whether independently or in a team environment. Senior engineers will also be responsible for mentoring less experienced engineers and leading project teams. In addition, this position analyzes complex protection system operations and the appropriate resolutions, as necessary, in order to provide support to operations on unplanned maintenance. Senior P&C engineers also apply specialized knowledge to provide innovative solutions to emerging industry issues. This position shares accountability with peers in the planning, project management, substation engineering, operations, and maintenance organizations to carry out the efficient and timely completion of system reliability projects, generation interconnection projects, and system restoration and troubleshooting efforts.

Role and Scope of Position:

**Essential Functions:**

• Review and evaluate proposed changes to existing electric facilities to ensure compatibility with established Eversource protection system standards and practices.
• Create new Protection and Control system designs in accordance with Eversource Standards as required.
• Specify materials associated with new or modified Protection and Control systems for assigned projects
• Develop, calculate, and document settings and logic for protective relays, logic processors, feeder reclosers, and switches necessary to support Eversource system reliability projects and initiatives.
• Perform coordination studies by modeling and analyzing electric system elements and their protection systems using fault simulation software.
• Analyze protection system operations during transmission and distribution system disturbances in support of Substation Technical Group Event analysis.
• Interface with Eversource Planning, Operations and Field personnel to support their efforts to plan, operate and maintain the transmission and distribution system.
• Lead project teams
• Assist less experienced engineers in attaining self-sufficiency under the direction of the Lead Engineer/Manager
• Perform peer checks of other group member designs and relay settings.
• Actively support storm and/or emergency restoration assignments.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

Education: Requires a Bachelor or Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering. Individuals with a focus in electric power systems engineering are preferred

Experience : Minimum of Five (5) years of related experience is required, including some of the following:

• Experience performing overcurrent and distance coordination studies with ASPEN Oneliner modeling software or equivalent.
• Experience performing post event analysis using relay and digital fault recorder event records
• Thorough knowledge of transmission and distribution protective relaying principles and methodologies
• Ability to succeed independently or in a team environment
• Excellent Communication skills
• Experience with the design and installation of protection and control schemes utilizing IEC61850 protocol preferred

Licenses & Certifications: PE License Preferred

Working Conditions:

Work is performed primarily in an office environment which requires sitting, standing, walking and climbing stairs are involved. Job can require traveling to operating districts, and companies within and outside the state. Job will also require travel to electrical substation and generation facilities as necessary for site walk downs and meetings.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.The annual salary range for this position is:

$129,450.00-$143,830.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement :

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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