System Protection Engineer (Staff thru Consulting)

Luminant Generation Company LLC; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra is seeking a System Protection Engineer to support generation fleet protection systems including differential, relay coordination, and fault analysis. The role emphasizes independent work, effective relationship-building, and adherence to safety practices across multiple sites in Texas.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and 6+ years of related experience, with expertise in ETAP and SEL software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; 6+ years related experience.
• Proficient with Windows tools (Excel, Word) and standard software.
• Ability to interpret and analyze complex protective-relaying issues.

Responsibilities

• Identify and perform tasks to meet objectives.
• Lead interpretation and analysis of complex issues.
• Coordinate projects, studies and initiatives through completion.
• Comply with safety policy to ensure a safe working environment.
• Prepare and present reports with recommendations to resolve complex issues.
• Lead special projects and committees.
• Lead complex problem-solving efforts.
• Provide SME guidance for electrical engineering and protection systems.

Skills

Windows applications (Excel/Word)

Team collaboration

Complex issue communication

Cross-boundary influence

Power plant equipment knowledge

Technical evaluation

Systematic problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SEL software

Disturbance monitoring equipment

SEL/GE microprocessor relays

Test equipment software

Job description

Job Summary

This position can work independently to identify and perform tasks as required to meet objectives. The position will establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Job Description

The System Protection Engineer will be responsible for supporting the Luminant’s Generation fleet protection systems which includes, but is not limited to, generator differential, transformer differential, generator breaker failure protection, transmission line, plant-switchyard interface, and electric auxiliary system protective relaying. The System Protection Engineer position can work independently to identify and perform tasks as required to meet objectives. The position will establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Level of position will be determined by education and years of applicable experience. Primary work location may be based at any Luminant site or corporate office.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Identifies and performs task as required to meet objectives
• Lead interpretation and analysis of complex issues
• Coordinates assigned projects, studies and initiatives through completion
• Comply with safety policy and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
• Prepare and present reports including recommendations to resolve complex issues
• Participate in and on occasion lead special project and committees
• Lead complex problem solving efforts
• Subject matter expert for electrical engineering discipline and equipment. Develops and interprets system engineering standards.
• Knowledge of ETAP (short circuit, load flow, stability, arc flash, and relay coordination) and SEL software (analysis and relay setting). Working knowledge in test equipment software is a plus.
• In depth knowledge of analog and digital based generator voltage regulators and power system stabilizers
• In depth knowledge of electro-mechanical relays as well as SEL/GE microprocessor relays, SEL communication processors (2032 & 3530) and disturbance monitoring equipment.
• Demonstrates extensive knowledge of electrical equipment and systems, electrical machinery design and operations. Develops design basis and management of change documentaiton for protection system design and setting changes.
• Understanding of power industry electrical equipment protection techniques, NEC, and industrial electrical standards
• In depth knowledge of NERC standards PRC-004, PRC-005, PRC-019, PRC-024, PRC-025, PRC-026 and PRC-027.
• Provide technical guidance to the Luminant or external Protection & Control technicians or individual plants
• Open to Engineer Associate to Principal engineer, grade dependent upon experience.

Required Minimum Education and Experience

4 yrs Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Minimum 6 yrs related job experience

Skill Requirements

• Proficient computer skills in standard Windows programs (Excel, Word, etc)
• Team work and collaboration skills across organizational boundaries
• Able to communicate complex issues effectively through written and verbal communication
• Able to influence by establishing effective working relationships across organizational boundaries
• In-depth understanding of power plant equipment and systems
• Able to evaluate technical alternatives in light of their economic contribution to the business
• Able to apply systematic problem solving processes to address complex issues

Work Environment

Occasional long, irregular hours including work in excess of 12-hour days for extended periods Frequent travel between company facilities, and occasional overnight travel

Job Family

Engineering Services Company Luminant Generation Company LLC

Locations

Irving, Texas Texas

Company Culture

We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disability Accommodation

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail] to make a request.

Company Description

Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential power resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine. Vistra is the largest competitive power generator in the U.S., with a capacity of approximately 41,000 megawatts, or enough to power 20 million homes, operating in all of the major competitive wholesale markets in the country. Vistra is a leader in the energy transformation and expansion with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability, powered by a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. The company continues to grow its zero-carbon resources, operating the second-largest fleet of competitive nuclear power plants in the country, substantial battery energy storage capacity, and a growing number of solar facilities. Vistra is one of the largest competitive electricity providers in the country and takes an innovative, customer-centric approach to retail, offering solutions to meet customers’ needs, including more than 50 renewable energy plans. Through its family of retail brands, Vistra serves approximately 5 million residential, commercial, and industrial retail customers. As a leader in the responsible transformation of the country’s energy supply, Vistra has made significant progress towards its 2030 and 2050 targets. The company has committed to a 60% reduction of Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, as compared to our 2010 baseline, and net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, assuming necessary technological advancements and public policy incentives are achieved. Learn more about our environmental, social, and governance efforts and read the company’s sustainability report at https://vistracorp.com/sustainability/. Vistra’s hardworking team is committed to its purpose, “lighting up lives, powering a better way forward” and is guided by four core principles: we do business the right way, we work as a team, we compete to win, and we care about our stakeholders, including our customers, our communities where we work and live, our employees, and our investors. Learn more about how Vistra is powering a better way forward at vistracorp.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement (Duplicate)

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disability Accommodation (Duplicate)

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail] to make a request.