Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC - The Reliable One) · 4 days ago
Project Engineer System Protection
Orlando, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$94K/yr - $118K/yr
4+ years expOrlando Utilities Commission (OUC - The Reliable One) is seeking a Project Engineer System Protection to join their Trans, Substation & Sys Protect division. The role involves supporting the design and reliability of substation protection and control systems while ensuring compliance with NERC standards.
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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
Understanding of power systems, transformers, protective relaying, and electrical engineering principles
Working knowledge of interpretation of relay documents and Protection & Control design drawings
Analysis and reporting of fault analysis and relay actions
Experience with power system modeling and relay coordination studies using Aspen One-Liner software
Familiarity with Aspen Relay Database, SEL-5030 AcSELerator, EnerVista UR, Software Applications (i.e. AutoCAD (design/drafting software), Setting (vendor) software, electrical engineer software (ASPEN) and fault analysis software)
NERC Reliability standards
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) standards
Gantt Chart development
Vendor instruction books
Related industry, organizational and departmental policies, practices, and procedures; legal guidelines, ordinances, and laws
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and standard office equipment
Preferred
System protection engineering experience
Special training to be completed within two (2) years of hire: Vendor Training, System Protection, Protective Relay Application, Settings and Fault Analysis Software Training, CADD Proficiency, Leadership Training
Benefits
Competitive compensation
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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