System Protection Engineer

Ulteig; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 111,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Workplace

Employee Ownership

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Collaborative Environment

Innovative Culture

Job summary

Ulteig is seeking a System Protection Engineer to serve as a technical leader responsible for the full scope of protective relay settings, coordination studies, and implementation. The role involves planning, scheduling, and coordinating detailed phases of project work on high-voltage systems.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, a PE license or ability to obtain within a year, and 4+ years of engineering experience with protection modelling tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• PE License or ability to obtain within 1 year is required.
• 4+ years of engineering experience.
• Experience with protection system modeling and fault analysis software is expected.
• Knowledge of high-voltage protective relaying and coordination is essential.
• Master's degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and implementation of protective relay settings and coordination studies.
• Perform short-circuit and coordination analyses, test plan development, and commissioning support.
• Provide technical guidance to other engineers and review protection schemes for various voltage levels.

Skills

Short-circuit analysis

Protection coordination

Relay testing support

NERC PRC knowledge

Communication & teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

PE License or ability to obtain within 1 year

Master's Degree in Engineering (plus)

4+ years engineering experience

Tools

ASPEN

CAPE

ETAP

EasyPower

Mathcad

MS Office

Job description

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking qualified candidates for the position of System Protection Engineer. The System Protection Engineer acts as a technical leader and is responsible for the full scope of the design, development, and implementation of protective relay settings and coordination studies. Plans, schedules, conducts and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work.

What You’ll Do

Performs short-circuit and symmetrical component analysis, time-current coordination, step-distance coordination, relay settings development and coordination, test plan development, commissioning assistance, protection system event analysis and troubleshooting, and development of NERC PRC compliance reports. Protection scheme development includes transmission, distribution, generation, and renewable energy sources. Provides technical guidance to other engineers.

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required. ABET accredited program or equivalent required
• PE License or ability to obtain within 1 year required.
• 4+ years of engineering experience
• Proven experience in system modeling and fault analysis software (ASPEN, CAPE, ETAP, or EasyPower), and Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access). Experience with Mathcad is a plus.
• Strong knowledge in system modeling, relay coordination studies, and development of associated protective relay settings for systems ranging from 12.47 kV to 345 kV is required. Experience with 500 kV and 765 kV systems is a plus.
• Experience applying protection system engineering practices and principles in one or more of the following areas: transmission line, bus, transformer, capacitor bank, reactor bank, feeder, generator, motor, and communication assisted protection schemes
• Familiar with application of NERC PRC standards for compliance
• Master's Degree in Engineering is a plus
• On site commissioning, relay testing, and/or construction support is a plus
• IEEE Power System Relaying and Control Committee membership is a plus
• Proficient with substation protection and control design and industry standards is a plus
• Ability to review and produce design drawings, including one-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel elevations is a plus
• Capable of substation SCADA, communications, and network engineering a plus
• Knowledge of substation electrical physical (apparatus) equipment a plus
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) a plus.
• Ability to work in a high-paced team environment
• Must have a valid driver's license, or ability to obtain prior to starting date
• Must have permanent authorization to work in the US

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people - both our clients and our employees -for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world's critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America's essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

Additional Opportunity Details

Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $111,200 - $150,400

Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

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