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Substation P&C Engineer

Global Talent Resources, Inc
TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/16/2025

POSITION SUMMARY :

We are looking for a mid-level Protection and Control Engineer to join our Renewables Substation team. In this role, you will take charge of the Substation P&C Engineering and Design for large-scale, transmission-connected renewable energy projects. You will collaborate with and guide fellow engineers, designers, and drafters to create project deliverables that meet stakeholder requirements and adhere to relevant codes and standards. As part of the multi-disciplinary Substation Team, you will work alongside the Substation Project Engineer and other discipline leads to ensure that design documents are well-coordinated and consistent across the Physical, Civil / Structural, Relay Settings, and SCADA teams.

Locations : Austin, TX - Madison, WI - Raleigh, NC - Charlotte, NC

JOB FUNCTION :

Performs all aspects of P&C design for high voltage (4kV – 230kV) and EHV (above 230kV) substation projects to include :

Development of all project drawings

  • One-lines
  • Three-lines
  • AC / DC schematics
  • Relay panel elevation and BOM
  • Control enclosure layout and BOM
  • Equipment and Relay Panel Wiring diagrams
  • Communication schematics and connection details

Development of studies / calculations

Station service AC load calculations and transformer sizing

Station battery / charger DC load calculations and sizing

CT Saturation studies

Voltage drop / cable sizing

  • Assist with the development of major equipment specifications
  • Review equipment vendor submittals for conformance with specs and project requirements
  • Review P&C deliverables completed by others
  • Cross-discipline checks with other substation / service leads
  • Attend internal and external project meetings as needed
  • Assist Project Engineer with procurement and construction support tasks
  • EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

  • Requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from a recognized accredited program
  • EIT Certification
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from a recognized accredited program
  • 4 years of work experience in high voltage substation P&C design
  • Strong knowledge of substation zones of protection
  • Typical protection and control schemes for :
  • Transmission Lines, HV / MV Buses, Power Transformers, Cap Banks, etc.

  • Relay manufacturers (make and model)
  • Incorporating those relays in the design to achieve the desired protection
  • Familiarity with Substation major equipment and the specifications, schematics, and wiring thereof :
  • HV and MV Circuit Breakers
  • Power Transformers
  • Instrument Transformers
  • Disconnect Switches
  • LV AC Systems (Station Service)
  • LV DC Systems (Station Batteries / Chargers)
  • Capacitor Banks
  • Relay Panels & Control Enclosures
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Familiarity with industry standards and codes
  • ANSI, IEEE, NEC, NESC, NERC, etc.
  • General knowledge of the industry and technology trends specific to substations
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Professional engineering license or ability to obtain one within 2 years of hire.
  • Previous experience in a consultancy environment
  • Previous experience with large-scale renewable energy projects
  • General knowledge of relay settings / protection device coordination
  • General knowledge of SCADA and communications systems
  • General knowledge of substation construction practices
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