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Associate Protection and Controls Engineer

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Sargent & Lundy

19d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Norcross

AI generated summary

  • You need a BS in Electrical Engineering, 1+ years in high voltage substations, design familiarity, knowledge of codes (NEC, IEEE), experience with protective relays, and excellent communication skills.
  • You will design protection and control schematics, prepare relay philosophies, troubleshoot substation issues, review designs, and collaborate with peers while working in a hybrid schedule.

Requirements

  • This position requires a Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical Engineering with a power systems or controls emphasis from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
  • 1+ years of experience with a focus on protection / control / telecommunications for high voltage substations; including design, installation, and coordination.
  • Familiarity with the design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
  • Familiarity with design codes and standards, such as NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE and ANSI.
  • Familiarity with various vendor protective relay equipment typically used in substation protection.
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • This position will offer you the ability to directly apply your knowledge of protective relaying and controls systems for distribution and high voltage substations.
  • As an Associate Protection & Controls Engineer you will primarily prepare protection and control schematics and wiring drawings for a wide range of substation modifications and upgrades to support client requirements.
  • You will be responsible for preparing protective relaying philosophies, including selection of relay, control, and communications equipment, SCADA and telecommunication concepts and configurations, and I/O assignments and connection diagrams.
  • You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of substation protection and control issues.
  • You will perform preparations of the designs prepared by others for single line diagrams, substation relaying & metering diagrams (i.e. A.C. schematic diagrams), and D.C. schematic diagrams.
  • Perform independent reviews of work performed by others.
  • Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers by way of Sargent & Lundy’s systems of processes and associated “Communities of Practice.”
  • There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant project site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.
  • This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, this position supports a hybrid work schedule, requiring in-office work three days per week.

Is prior experience with substation protection and control essential for this position?

While 1+ years of experience with a focus on protection, control, and telecommunications for high voltage substations is required, specific prior experience is not mandatory.

What type of degree is required for this position?

A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering with a power systems or controls emphasis from an ABET-accredited engineering program is required.

Are there opportunities for career development within the company?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to develop your career through peer-learning and sharing knowledge with other experienced engineers in the company’s “Communities of Practice.”

What software proficiency is needed for this role?

Proficiency with MS Office applications is required; experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation is valued but not required.

Is a Professional Engineer (PE) license required for this position?

A PE license is valued but not required for this position.

What benefits does the company offer?

The company offers comprehensive healthcare plans, generous paid time off, 401(k), tuition assistance, and various wellness programs among other benefits.

What is the salary range for this position?

The compensation range for this position is $64,720.00 - $92,930.00.

Is travel required for this job?

Yes, there is potential for travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and construction coordination.

Does the company have a commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, and other protected statuses.

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Sargent & Lundy

Empowering great minds to design our future

Energy
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1891
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sargent & Lundy is one of the world’s longest-standing full-service architect engineering firms. Founded in 1891, the firm is a global leader in power, energy, and decarbonization with expertise in grid modernization, renewable energy, energy storage, nuclear power, fossil power, carbon capture, and hydrogen. Sargent & Lundy delivers comprehensive project services – from consulting, design, and implementation to construction management, commissioning, and operations/maintenance – with an emphasis on quality and safety. The firm serves public and private clients in the power, energy, gas distribution, industrial, and government sectors.