Technical Specialist 2

GAI Consultants Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health & wellness benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

GAI Consultants Inc. is seeking a Relay Settings Technical Specialist 2 with protective relay experience for transmission and distribution systems.

You will work on substation protection and control engineering projects, including high voltage substation design through 500kV, with a Client First approach. The role involves developing relay settings for microprocessor relays, performing short circuit analyses, and coordinating protection schemes.

Qualifications

• B.S. Engineering or equivalent technical degree.
• 2+ years of related experience in protective relay settings.
• Experience with microprocessor relays (SEL, GE, ABB, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Develop protective relay settings for microprocessor relays (transmission and distribution).
• Conduct short circuit analysis and relay coordination studies.
• Utilize SEL AcSELerator Quickset and GE EnerVista software.
• Implement control and protection schemes from schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Mentor and manage staff at all levels.
• Manage multiple projects with strong scheduling and budget awareness.

Skills

Relay protection design

Short circuit analysis

Project management

Mentoring staff

Protection & control coordination

Education

B.S. Engineering or other technical degree

Tools

Aspen OneLiner

PSS CAPE

SEL AcSELerator Quickset

GE EnerVista

Job description

GAI Consultants is seeking a Relay Settings Technical Specialist 2 with protective relay experience for transmission and distribution systems. The successful candidate will work on various substation and/or protection and control engineering project including detailed design for high voltage substation projects through 500kV, with a focus on "Client First" approach to all interactions.

Job Duties:

• Development of Protective Relay Settings for microprocessor relays including: SEL, GE, ABB and others. For both transmission line relays (line differential, Step distance and Pilot Schemes) and Substation relays (Capacitor Banks, Transformers and Buses)
• Conduct short circuit analysis and relay coordination studies using Aspen OneLiner and/or PSS CAPE.
• Utilize SEL AcSELerator Quickset and GE EnerVista software
• Implementation of control and protection schemes including interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams and preparing relay logic to complete the schemes.
• Mentoring and managing staff at all levels.
• Managing tasks on multiple projects in accordance with GAI's high standards of project management.
• Ability to manage competing priorities using sound engineering and financial judgment to determine optimal solutions.
• Must be flexible to handle shifting deadlines and scope changes.
• Must have resource management skills and the ability to identify project barriers and mitigate them without schedule impacts.

Travel:

• 10% to job sites or client meetings as needed.

General Characteristics

• Acquires fundamental knowledge and develops skills in a specific practice area through mentored experience.
• Applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks as part of a broader assignment.
• Understands and complies with ethical codes.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 2+ Years of Experience

Education

• B.S. Engineering or other technical degree

Technical Responsibilities

• Performs basic design tasks.
• Assists on tasks such as: field activities, material testing, CADD work, permit applications, and report writing.

Project and Task Management

• Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope.
• No managerial responsibilities at this level.

Management Responsibility

• Receives close supervision on most aspects of assignments, particularly on difficult problems, and a general review of all aspects of work.
• Attains mentored experience from a licensed engineer.

Communication Skills

• Possesses basic oral and written communication skills.
• Practices professionalism and respectful inclusion in the workplace.
• Engages in few project stakeholder interactions.

Why GAI?

GAI offers skilled professionals like you an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy work location and scheduling flexibility; your choice of comprehensive, personalized benefits; a range of employee wellness programs and discounts; and more. Feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition

• Market based, competitive compensation
• Performance driven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
• An additional floating holiday-use it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Growth, Learning & Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors of Engineering (required)

Experience

2 years: Related Experience (required)

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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