Electrical Engineer III – Substation P&C

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States, +2 more locations.

📋 Description

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

• Create and review design drawings for protection and control, such as single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, DC schematics, communication schematics, and wiring layouts.

• Prepare and evaluate engineering deliverables.

• Ensure adherence to standards set by IEEE, NERC, NEC, NESC, and specific client requirements.

• Support project planning and execution by managing schedules, deliverables, and technical coordination.

• Develop relay settings and establish protection philosophies.

• Conduct detailed QA/QC for P&C design packages.

• Provide training for junior P&C engineers and designers.

• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and inspections, offering site support as necessary.

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

• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to foster a positive work atmosphere.

• Work autonomously, prioritize tasks, and deliver high-quality results on time for multiple projects.

⛳️ Requirements

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

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

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

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

• Familiarity with power system analysis software such as PSSE, ETAP, ASPEN, SKM, or similar applications.

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

• Working knowledge of IEEE, NERC, NEC, and NESC standards.

• Preferred experience in supporting utility coordination and interconnection processes for energy projects.

• Experience with networking devices and communication configurations.

• Experience with ASPEN software.

• Competence in relay settings.

• Ability to manage technical deliverables while ensuring project schedules and deadlines are met.

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

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

• Must be able to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States upon hire.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible work hours to support work-life balance.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• 401k matching program.

• Eligibility for bonuses.

• Tuition reimbursement for approved educational pursuits.

• RRSP matching available (Canada).

• 401k matching available (US).

• Option to work from home.