POWER Engineers
Protection Engineer - Principal Level
POWER Engineers, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
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Protection Engineer - Principal Level
POWER Engineers, Member of WSP. is seeking a Principal Power System Protection/Analytical Engineer to join our SCADA and Analytical Services (SAS) team.This position is posted in multiple POWER office locations with the ability to work remotely from a mutually acceptable location (please note in the application questions where you prefer to be located).
Roles And Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be responsible for successful completion of assigned projects and for maintaining and improving client relationships as well as developing and growing new technical service areas. Completion of these functions requires technical competence in primary production roles as well as leadership competence in working with clients and mentoring and supervising team members assigned to projects. Assigned projects will include electrical studies for utility, industrial/commercial, and IPP clients. Systems to be analyzed will include conventional and renewable generation facilities, substations, and transmission and distribution systems. Technical skills/knowledge include the following:
Short circuit and symmetrical component analysis Protection system coordination Wide area coordination analysis Protection scheme and settings criteria development Relay settings file development NERC compliance Protection hardware in the loop testing Event analysis Bus, Transmission Line, Motor, Generator, Transformer, Distribution, Capacitor, and Reactor protection Advanced system protection including series compensated lines, single pole tripping, and impacts of IBR on protection systems
Applicable software: AcSELerator Quickset, GE Enervista, ASPEN Oneliner, CAPE, SKM-PTW, ETAP, RSCAD/RTDS, PSCAD, ATP, EMTP-RV, MathCAD, AcSELerator Architect, PCM 600, Digsi
The successful applicant must also demonstrate aptitude in the following:
Integrity Initiative and self sufficiency Spoken and written communication Leadership and mentoring Business and commercial performance Troubleshooting and problem solving Interpersonal relations Organization Successful candidates must be willing to travel on occasion and work successfully in a customer focused, project oriented environment.
Required Education/Experience
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (BSEE) Twenty (20) + years of progressive industry experience PE or equivalent
Desired Education/Experience
Preference is given to applicants with any of the following:
Power Systems focused MSEE and/or PhD Protective Relay OEM R&D Experience Experience in mentoring others and in providing technical and commercial leadership in customer focused engineering projects Electromagnetic transient studies expertise RSCAD/RTDS expertise Active involvement in industry organizations such as IEEE, Cigre, or IEC
POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSP’s 73,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects.
At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.
Our compensation package includes competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefit package:
Medical/Dental/Vision Paid Holidays Vacation/Paid Sick Leave Voluntary Life Insurance 401K Telehealth Benefit covers all providers Maternity and Paternity Leave New Dads and Moms Benefit program Fertility Benefits Gender affirming care
We are a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!
Base Salary Range: $105,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year
The range for this position is being displayed in compliance with all state and local regulations. Salaries are set based on a number of factors to include an individual's job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education. This means that no two candidates are alike. The range provided above does not include additional compensation such as bonus, health benefits, vacation, 401(k) match, etc.
POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Protection Engineer - Principal Level
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POWER Engineers 14 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Protection Engineer - Principal Level
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Protection Engineer - Principal Level
POWER Engineers, Member of WSP. is seeking a Principal Power System Protection/Analytical Engineer to join our SCADA and Analytical Services (SAS) team.This position is posted in multiple POWER office locations with the ability to work remotely from a mutually acceptable location (please note in the application questions where you prefer to be located).
Roles And Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be responsible for successful completion of assigned projects and for maintaining and improving client relationships as well as developing and growing new technical service areas. Completion of these functions requires technical competence in primary production roles as well as leadership competence in working with clients and mentoring and supervising team members assigned to projects. Assigned projects will include electrical studies for utility, industrial/commercial, and IPP clients. Systems to be analyzed will include conventional and renewable generation facilities, substations, and transmission and distribution systems. Technical skills/knowledge include the following:
Short circuit and symmetrical component analysis Protection system coordination Wide area coordination analysis Protection scheme and settings criteria development Relay settings file development NERC compliance Protection hardware in the loop testing Event analysis Bus, Transmission Line, Motor, Generator, Transformer, Distribution, Capacitor, and Reactor protection Advanced system protection including series compensated lines, single pole tripping, and impacts of IBR on protection systems
Applicable software: AcSELerator Quickset, GE Enervista, ASPEN Oneliner, CAPE, SKM-PTW, ETAP, RSCAD/RTDS, PSCAD, ATP, EMTP-RV, MathCAD, AcSELerator Architect, PCM 600, Digsi
The successful applicant must also demonstrate aptitude in the following:
Integrity Initiative and self sufficiency Spoken and written communication Leadership and mentoring Business and commercial performance Troubleshooting and problem solving Interpersonal relations Organization Successful candidates must be willing to travel on occasion and work successfully in a customer focused, project oriented environment.
Required Education/Experience
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (BSEE) Twenty (20) + years of progressive industry experience PE or equivalent
Desired Education/Experience
Preference is given to applicants with any of the following:
Power Systems focused MSEE and/or PhD Protective Relay OEM R&D Experience Experience in mentoring others and in providing technical and commercial leadership in customer focused engineering projects Electromagnetic transient studies expertise RSCAD/RTDS expertise Active involvement in industry organizations such as IEEE, Cigre, or IEC
POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSP’s 73,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects.
At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.
Our compensation package includes competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefit package:
Medical/Dental/Vision Paid Holidays Vacation/Paid Sick Leave Voluntary Life Insurance 401K Telehealth Benefit covers all providers Maternity and Paternity Leave New Dads and Moms Benefit program Fertility Benefits Gender affirming care
We are a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!
Base Salary Range: $105,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year
The range for this position is being displayed in compliance with all state and local regulations. Salaries are set based on a number of factors to include an individual's job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education. This means that no two candidates are alike. The range provided above does not include additional compensation such as bonus, health benefits, vacation, 401(k) match, etc.
POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Consulting and Engineering Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at POWER Engineers by 2x Get notified about new Engineer jobs in
Portland, OR . Beaverton, OR $90,000.00-$180,000.00 4 weeks ago Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area 1 day ago Portland, OR $85,000.00-$100,000.00 6 days ago Portland, OR $70,000.00-$125,000.00 6 days ago Mechanical Engineer (Quality Engineer: Inspection)
Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area 4 months ago Portland, OR $110,000.00-$145,000.00 2 weeks ago Washougal, WA $80,000.00-$85,000.00 3 months ago Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area $72,000.00-$107,000.00 2 weeks ago Mechanical Engineer - Aerospace Research & Development
Wilsonville, OR $85,000.00-$125,000.00 1 month ago Field/Office Engineer - Kiewit Bridge and Marine
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