Electrical Engineer III – Substation P&C

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Assist in the engineering and design of high-voltage substation Protection & Control systems for both AIS and GIS substations.

• Create and evaluate protection and control design drawings, which include single line diagrams, three line diagrams, DC schematics, communication schematics, and wiring details.

• Generate and assess engineering deliverables.

• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards such as IEEE, NERC, NEC, NESC, and specific client requirements.

• Contribute to project planning and execution by aiding in schedules, deliverables, and technical coordination.

• Formulate relay settings and develop protection philosophy.

• Conduct thorough QA/QC on P&C design packages.

• Provide mentorship to junior P&C engineers and designers.

• Participate in FAT, inspections, and offer site support as necessary.

• Assist with utility coordination and interconnection processes for renewable energy initiatives, including solar, wind, and battery energy storage systems.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or a related field is required.

• A Professional Engineer (P. Eng) license is preferred or the ability to obtain one.

• Over 5 years of experience in power system engineering, substation protection and controls, transmission planning, or integrating renewable energy.

• Proficiency in high-voltage substation P&C design, including relays, batteries, chargers, SCADA interfaces, and control panels.

• Familiarity with power system analysis software like PSSE, ETAP, ASPEN, SKM, or similar tools.

• Experience conducting power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, and arc flash analysis.

• Solid understanding of industry standards such as IEEE, NERC, NEC, and NESC.

• Prior experience in supporting utility coordination and interconnection processes for energy projects is preferred.

• Background in networking devices and communication configuration is beneficial.

• Experience with ASPEN software.

• Knowledge of relay settings is required.

• Capability to manage technical deliverables while adhering to project schedules and deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration and technical documentation.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible work hours to promote work-life balance.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Eligibility for bonuses.

• Tuition reimbursement available for certain pre-approved education endeavors.

• RRSP matching in Canada and 401k matching in the US.