JEA · 9 hours ago
Electric Systems Engineer (Protection and Controls)
225 N Pearl Street225 N Pearl Street
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expJEA is a utility company seeking an Electric Systems Engineer (Protection and Controls) to lead design and development projects within the electric system. The role involves providing engineering support, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with technical standards while working collaboratively with stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Lead design & development projects as assigned anywhere within the electric system. This includes all aspects ranging from researching capacity requirements, planning, design, standards development, cost estimating and scope development under the direction and review of a manager or designee
Responsible for providing engineering, operational and troubleshooting support to electric systems operating staff. Includes monitoring and improving system performance, modifying procedures, providing technical advice or training, investigating system failures, and participating in process improvement opportunities under the direction and review of a manager or designee
Develops, implements and monitors engineering applications, tools, processes and services used to plan, maintain, troubleshoot, operate and improve the electrical system
Defines, studies, analyzes, and maintains transmission, distribution and generation models
Schedules, plans, studies, tests and coordinates forecasting models in support of the electrical system
Provide project management in the construction, removal, modification or refurbishment of complex system projects within the electric system. This includes scope, resource and budget development, vendor selection and resource procurement, permitting, project coordination, site inspections, and testing under the direction and review of a manager or designee
May include the coordinating, scheduling and directing internal or external technical and construction resources required for the project
During emergency system recovery events may dispatch plant or field crews and troubleshooters engaged in the construction, maintenance and emergency restoration of electric distribution facilities and customers' service facilities
May be required to sign and seal system drawings, specifications and reports. (Depending if a role requiring P.E.)
Prepare requests for proposal (RFP’s), reviewing responses and making bid award recommendation based on JEA procurement guidelines and policy
Oversee complex field inspections including testing. Responsible to document and report non- conformance with design plans and specifications
Coordinate with other internal and external stakeholders as required regarding engineering requirements and utility projects
Preparation of technical, financial or process analysis related reports
Preparation of written and verbal project status reports to include scheduling and financial performance details
Use complex computer simulation software and interpret results
May update computer models and related databases, both locally on JEA systems and on external systems
Works with the interpretation and application of NERC standards in all phases of the electric system
Train and mentor others in engineering, project management or other related aspects of the functional area
Performs other job-related work as assigned
Plans, designs and operates transmission systems with voltage levels typically above 34.5k, including transmission lines, bulk and distribution substations, and system protection and relaying
Tests and maintains on a system wide basis the relay protective and control equipment essential to system operation and tests the condition of insulation of all major system electric apparatus
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET) plus a minimum of five (5) years of engineering work experience within one or more of the specialty areas listed below (See Engineering Disciplines and Specialty Areas)
Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering plus at least four (4) years of engineering work experience within one or more of the specialty areas listed below (See Engineering Disciplines and Specialty Areas)
2yrs demonstrated experience in the use of complex computer software applications (including, but not limited to: Siemens PSSE, GE PSLF, PowerGEM TARA, PLS-CADD, AcSELerator Quickset, AcSELerator RTAC and ASPEN Oneliner)
A valid driver's license is required prior to employment and must be maintained during employment
Applicants must provide proof of passing the EIT or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam developed by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) prior to employment. Proof of a Professional Engineer (PE) license issued by a State Board of Professional Engineers can be substituted for the EIT or FE requirement
Company
JEA
JEA is a community-based electric, water and sewer utility in Jacksonville, Florida, dedicated to safety, reliability and customer satisfaction.
1001-5000 employees
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Jay Stowe
Managing Director and CEO
Brad K.
Chief Information Officer
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