This global engineering and construction company believes in real value and is powered by the unique skills and experiences. The interchange of ideas from a diverse group of people gives their teams an expanded perspective and the ability to find better solutions for their clients. They have a huge influence - 10,000 employees worldwide! Their motto: 'creating the framework for tomorrow's cities, industries and humanity's potential.' This organisation goes beyond just managing projects. They break down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Their work empowers clients!

How best the describe this role? This Relay Settings position functions in a mid level engineer capacity, or technical specialist, focused on Relay Settings. Under general supervision, performs all aspects of conventional design engineering and analysis. Broadens knowledge and skill set in area of discipline. May start to expand knowledge in other disciplines and/or functional areas.

What are the key responsibilities for this opportunity?

• Continues to learn and remains current on departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Black and Veatch policies and procedures 
• Begins to independently apply knowledge and complies with Black and Veatch quality program relative to assigned tasks 
• Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts 
• Prepares a variety of moderately complex engineering deliverables 
• Performs complex research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection 
• Collects, assimilates, and manages data for engineering work 
• Performs basic Protection & Control design concepts including one-lines, three-lines, schematics, wiring, etc.
• Applies knowledge of the predominant protection schemes and philosophies which are encountered in Transmission, Distribution and Renewable Collector Substations.
• Familiarity with commonly deployed protective relays in substations environments (microprocessor, electronic, and electromechanical).
• Ability to develop protective setpoints per industry standards, best practices, and client requirements.
• Independently develops downloadable setpoint files on multiple proprietary relay manufacturer software platforms. (SEL AcSELerator Quickset, GE Enervista, etc.)
• Develops and manipulates logic commonly utilized in protection and control schemes.
• Understands and adheres to budget, schedule, and quality requirements  
• Assigns tasks to and coordinates with other internal/external team members on less complex projects 
• Initiates contact with other disciplines as needed to identify and coordinate details of the work 
• Actively seeks to understand client interests and drivers through normal client contact and through interaction and communication with project leadership  
• Applies understanding of client interests and drivers to their own behavior and performance of the work under his/her responsibility  
• May provide support to business development or pursuit activities  
• Ability to independently develop written communication and to facilitate coordination with team members and clients.
• May assist with performance management process, mentoring, recognition, and any corrective actions required 

Qualifications that are required for this opportunity?

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
• 4-6 years of experience in Power Generation, Transmission, or Distribution industry
• Previous experience with Protection & Control design concepts including one-lines, three-lines, schematics, wiring, etc.
• 3 years of experience in development of protective relay settings
• Prior experience with commonly utilized system modeling software programs (ASPEN, CAPE, CYME, ETAP, SKM, etc.).
• NERC-PRC standards and other commonly utilized industry standards.
• Knowledge of the predominant protection schemes and philosophies which are encountered in Transmission, Distribution and Renewable Collector Substations.
• Experience with Mathcad and Excel software for protective setting calculations.
• Familiarity with commonly utilized communication protocols (DNP, SEL, MMS, Modbus, etc.).
• Knowledge of IEC 61850 (GOOSE, MMS, SV) and its implementation.
• Ability to lead small projects including management of project schedules, budgets, and staffing.
• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing.
• Engineer In Training in pursuit of Professional Engineer (P.E.) License 

Important note

Minimum of 3 years related work experience all applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and moto vehicle records search. Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program. To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

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