AtkinsRéalis · 1 month ago
Lead Protection & Control Engineer
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$94K/yr - $136K/yr
5+ years expAtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization seeking a Lead Protection & Control Engineer to develop reliable electrical design packages for medium and high voltage substations. The role involves coordinating design activities, providing construction support, and mentoring developing engineers while ensuring compliance with industry standards and codes.
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Responsibilities
Work within a multi-discipline team to develop efficient and reliable electrical design packages for medium and high voltage substations
Coordinate design activities to maintain project schedules, budget, quality requirements to ensure successful project completion
Assist in site visits and station walkdowns, estimating, and attending project meetings
Accountable to provide design activities in accordance with applicable codes and standards, including AtkinsRéalis's policies and procedures, such as Safety, Environmental, Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Design electrical substation facilities including one lines, three lines, schematics and elementaries, wiring and interconnections, P&C calculations, and reports, etc
Prepare specifications for material, equipment, and construction work
Deliver accurate and thorough electrical designs that will meet industry standards and specifications and meet prudent engineering practices
Review internal and external designs for code compliance, good design practice and constructability
Coordinate design activities with other multi-discipline project team members
Provide construction support including resolving site queries, attending site meetings, and performing site inspections during the construction phase of projects
Maintain complete project documentation with respect to engineering studies and calculations, all design packages, as-built requirements and return data information
Maintain good working relationship with internal groups that support projects such as other engineering disciplines, Drafting, Project Management etc
Mentor and provide guidance to developing engineers within the department
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution
Minimum of 5 years' experience in P&C electrical design for Senior Position
A Professional Engineer (PE) registration (or eligible for registration)
Experience with IEC61850/Goose Messaging
Proficiency in AutoCAD
Knowledge of applicable industry standards including the National Electric Code (NEC), National Electric Safety Code (NESC), and IEEE
Ability to perform independently and in a team environment and provide project ownership
Knowledge of modern power system, power system protection and transmission & distribution system
Strong client focus
A high level of interpersonal communication skills, including a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills
Preferred
Prior utility or utility consulting experience is a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid Time Off
Leaves of absences options
Flexible work options
Recognition and employee satisfaction programs
Employee assistance program
Voluntary benefits
Company
AtkinsRéalis
AtkinsRéalis is a global firm offering engineering project management, and design solutions across infrastructure and energy sectors.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$619.47MKey Investors
Fonds de solidarité FTQ
2024-03-26Post Ipo Debt· $294.47M
2022-11-22Post Ipo Debt· $300M
2020-07-21Post Ipo Equity· $25M
Leadership Team
Ian L. Edwards
President & CEO
Louis Véronneau
Chief Operating Officer
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