Electrical Engineer, Relay Settings

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Formulate relay settings and protection strategies for distribution apparatus, which includes transformers, bus systems, breaker control, distribution feeders, and associated equipment.

• Evaluate protection and control design documentation.

• Offer remote field assistance to relay testing engineers during the implementation of settings.

• Simulate electrical systems using power simulation software such as CAPE, ASPEN, and CYME.

• Produce technical reports, correspondence, documentation, and analytical calculations.

• Aim for continuous enhancement of job-related engineering, technical, and professional competencies, skills, and performance.

• Guide and educate junior engineers in power engineering concepts and principles.

• Work collaboratively with team members and prioritize collective objectives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, ideally in electrical or computer engineering.

• Over 5 years of experience in developing relay settings and protection strategies for transmission, sub-transmission, or distribution equipment.

• More than 5 years of experience in electrical engineering theories and principles.

• Possession of a Professional Engineering license in at least one state.

• Familiarity with 69kV viper recloser applications.

• Knowledge of the IEC 61850 communication protocol.

• Proficient in Microsoft products, particularly Excel, Word, and/or Access.

• Capability to plan and oversee project assignments, effectively communicating obstacles to completing tasks within budget and schedule.

• Proficient in using software tools for modeling engineering challenges, programming automation systems, and conducting spreadsheet-based analyses and automation.

• Experience in developing settings for Schweitzer relays.

• Ability to work independently and remotely without supervision.

• Demonstrated initiative for ongoing learning.

• Strong organizational abilities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work environment.

• Flexible working hours.

• Emphasis on work-life balance.

• Donation matching programs.

• Opportunities for volunteering.

• Tuition reimbursement assistance.

• Access to resources for professional development.

• 401k matching benefits.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan available.

• Reasonable accommodations for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs.