Power Systems Engineer
Irvine, CA
- Perform protective relay calculation and determine appropriate relay set points.
- Perform protective relay coordination studies utilizing short circuit modeling software.
- Develop relay setting files utilizing relay vendor software.
- Ability to produce relay coordination compliance reports for applicable NERC-PRC standards.
- Develop SCADA point list.
- Ability to produce communication setting for protective relays.
- Ability to produce required client protective relay reports.
- Provide Protection and Controls (P&C) support with scheme development and design reviews.
- Ability to work independently on tasks as well as assist the senior engineers on larger projects.
- Coordinate with other substation project engineers and technicians as needed.
- Some travel may be required.
- Bachelor’s degree required/Master’s degree preferred in electrical engineering with an Electrical/Power emphasis.
- Knowledgeable with electrical power system analysis, electrical system planning, protective device application, setting and substation design required / experience preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Knowledgeable with power system analysis software: CAPE, ASPEN, ETAP along with CYME and SKM required / experience desired.
- Strong computer skills, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and electrical design software.
- Confident verbal communication and writing skills.
- Strong attention to detail, ability to take initiative and be self-motivated.
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