Power System Protection and Control Engineer

🕒 July 15

🇺🇸 United States – Remote

💵 $98.4k - $164k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

👷🏻‍♀️ Engineer

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GE Vernova

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10,000+ employees

💼 Consulting

📦 Logistics

🏭 Manufacturing

Consulting • Logistics • Manufacturing

GE Vernova is a leader in the energy sector with over 130 years of experience, dedicated to electrifying the world while decarbonizing it. The company offers a broad portfolio of energy solutions including gas, hydro, nuclear, and wind power technologies, aimed at providing reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. With a strong focus on innovation, GE Vernova plays a significant role in reducing the carbon footprint of global power systems and supports the transition to net-zero emissions by 2030.

📋 Description

• Execute Protection and Control Engineering and Consulting services in Transmission, Distribution, and Industrial markets in the US and Canada • Design and deliver complex protection solutions for generation, transmission, and distribution systems for electrical utilities and industrial clients • Perform engineering studies and analyses, including short circuit, load flow, ground grid design, lightning protection, insulation coordination, arc-flash, and protective device coordination studies • Create relay setting files with programming of Protection and Control Elements, Control Logic, and Communications settings for GE and third-party protective relays • Test customized Protection and Control solutions in-house and at customer installations • Provide factory acceptance test plans and testing services to validate protection designs for customer witnessing • Plan site acceptance tests and provide field support through commissioning of new applications • Assist software tool development to automate the engineering process internally and externally with key utility partners • Participate in project meetings with project managers and customers on technical discussions • Report through the Grid Automation North America Operations Director as part of the regional Projects and Services execution team

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor or higher degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering • Five (5) years of experience in design, study, and analysis of electric power systems • Must hold or be eligible to obtain a Professional Engineer license in at least one state • Knowledge of power system steady and transient analysis, fault study and protection theory • Familiarity with symmetrical components • Willingness to review and stamp engineering drawings and studies as needed and with proper training and supervision • Willingness to represent the company and apply for permits to conduct engineering services as needed • Working experience with study software and power system tools such as Mathcad, MATLAB, ASPEN, CAPE, SKM, CDEGS, WinIGS, or ETAP • Working knowledge of substation communication protocols such as IEC 61850, DNP, and Modbus • Knowledge or field experience with system commissioning and testing, including Doble / Omicron test equipment or similar • Ethical and professional business manner in interaction with team members and customers • Technical skills to execute projects, identify opportunities, and write SOW proposals • Strong communication skills, including technical writing and presentations • Strong learning skills, demonstrated team player, and customer-focused • Professional engineering accreditation is an asset • Willingness to travel 25% in the US and Canada for commissioning/testing • Legally authorized to work in the United States • Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

🏖️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage • Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource • Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services • GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan • Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions • Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants • Tuition assistance • Adoption assistance • Paid parental leave • Disability benefits • Life insurance • 12 paid holidays • Permissive time off • Professional development opportunities • Competitive compensation