System Protection and Studies Engineer

System Protection and Studies Engineer - ( 184858 ) At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. HDR Engineering is looking for a System Protection and Studies (SPS) Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals. The primary duties of the SPS Engineer position are to perform engineering tasks with varying levels of complexity, which are assigned by a Lead Project Engineer, Engineering Manager, or Project Manager. In the role of System Protection and Studies, we'll count on you to: Perform protective relay calculations and determine appropriate relay set points. Perform protective relay coordination studies utilizing short-circuit modeling software. Produce relay coordination compliance reports for applicable NERC-PRC standards. Produce communication settings for protective relays. Produce required client protective relay reports. Provide protective relay construction support. Provide P&C support with scheme development and design reviews. Work under the direct supervision of a Senior Engineer, APM, or PM. Work independently on tasks and may assist senior engineers on larger, more complex projects. Some travel may be required. Work with assistance from Project Engineers, other Electrical EITs or Technicians as needed. Coordinate with other substation design disciplines (i.e., P&C design teams). Perform other duties as needed. Required Qualifications Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with an Electrical/Power emphasis. California Professional Engineer (PE) license. 4 years of experience doing electrical power system analysis, electrical system planning, protective device application, settings, and substation design is highly preferred. Preference will be given to candidates local to the Irvine, CA area. Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm. Prior experience consulting or working for an electric utility is considered a plus. Additional Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license. Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector. Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit). An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture. What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.

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