Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC - The Reliable One) · 3 weeks ago
Project Engineer System Protection
Orlando, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$94K/yr - $118K/yr
4+ years expOrlando Utilities Commission is the second largest municipal utility in Florida, committed to innovation and sustainability. They are seeking a Project Engineer System Protection to design and support the reliability of substation protection and control systems while ensuring compliance with NERC standards.
GovernmentWater
Responsibilities
Ensure accomplishment of projects through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities
Generate plans and drawings for projects associated with protective relaying and retrofits
Perform fault studies, relay setting calculations and relay loadability studies; ensure North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) requirements are being met
Review calculations and relay settings performed by consultants
Create requisitions, track materials used in relay projects, and approve invoices associated with engineering work
Coordinate capital projects associated with protective relaying and control devices
Work with system protection supervisor to track work flow and resources
Perform line-testing and provide feedback and recommendations regarding system protection operations and maintenance
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from accredited college or university
Minimum of four (4) years of experience in the electric utility industry
Must have strong understanding of AutoCAD
Knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards
Ability to interpret Protection & Control drawings
Strong project coordinator and task tracking abilities
Preferred
System protection engineering experience
Benefits
Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.
OUC’s Hybrid Retirement Program includes a fully-funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account
Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
Paid parental leave
Educational Assistance Program, to include tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities
Wellness incentives and free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities
Access to family-oriented recreational areas
Paid Conference and Training Opportunities
Free downtown parking
Hybrid work schedule
Company
Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC - The Reliable One)
The Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC - The Reliable One) is a municipally-owned public utility providing electric and water services to the citizens of Orlando, Florida, St.
1001-5000 employees
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