Engineer - Protection & Control

ScottishPower

Kirkwood, NY, US
Base: $87,000 - $109,500; bonus: + bonus; benefits...
Protection system design and analysis
Power system fundamentals knowledge
Review of engineering contractor work
Responsible for the design, configuration, maintenance, and renewal of automation and protection equipment on AVANGRID's electric delivery infrastructure

Job Summary

  • Responsible for the design, configuration, maintenance, and renewal of automation and protection equipment on AVANGRID's electric delivery infrastructure.
  • Conduct engineering calculations, develop estimates, and ensure all protection system designs meet applicable company and national codes such as NESC and NERC.
  • Coordinate with vendors and consultants to complete capital construction programs in a timely and cost-effective manner while managing compliance programs.

Matching Summary

Responsible for the design, configuration, maintenance, and renewal of automation and protection equipment on AVANGRID's electric delivery infrastructure.

Salary

Base: $87,000 - $109,500; Bonus: Plus bonus; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Protection system design and analysis
  • Power system fundamentals knowledge
  • Review of engineering contractor work
  • Compliance with NERC/FERC standards
  • Distribution fault event analysis

Nice-to-have

  • Strong analytical problem-solving skills
  • Experience with ASPEN OneLiner software
  • Subject matter expert during audits
  • Clear technical communication abilities
  • Knowledge of IEEE-1547 standards

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Technology
  • 4+ years of experience in Engineering or 1 year in Protection & Control
  • Successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering Exam preferred
  • Advanced knowledge of power system analysis and protection

Work Rights

Not specified

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