What are the responsibilities and job description for the Protection and Control Engineer position at MKEC Engineering?
At MKEC, it's all about our team. We're passionate about our mission of providing superior engineering solutions that are responsive to our clients’ needs. Since our start in 1982, our growth has been fueled by respect for each other and a shared commitment to achieving our goals.
We’re looking for a Protection and Control Engineer to join our Power Delivery team at our Overland Park location (in office). This individual will assist with the design of various projects that may include generation, transmission, distribution, substations, switchyards, power plants, and more.
Responsibilities:
- Relay protection and control engineering associated with medium to high voltage projects – 2.4kV through 345kV.
- Perform analysis and calculations necessary to successfully develop protection and control design packages.
- Create design criteria and material specifications appropriate for the designs, integrating client-supplied standards and requirements.
- Develop one-lines, three-lines, schematic diagrams, and wiring and connection diagrams.
- Use relay protection principles and practices to develop relay protection philosophies and establish zones of protection utilizing electro-mechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor relays.
- Routinely develop relaying setting files using vendor-specific software packages for various types of microprocessor-based relays.
- Develop conceptual/feasibility studies, cost estimates, development of design drawings, material specifications, bills of materials, bid documents, relay settings, coordination studies, etc.
- Attend client meetings to ensure the design meets their needs and objectives.
Requirements:
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- PE license in Kansas preferred but not required.
- 5-8 years of experience in Relay Protection and Control design.
- Skilled at developing protection philosophies and schemes/zones of protection and able to develop design packages for various protection schemes.
- Experience in developing protection settings and schemes for various equipment typical in the Electric Utility industry including Substation, Distribution, Generation and Transmission systems is required.
- Awareness of industry codes and standards for P&C design/requirements including IEEE, IEC, NESC, RUS standards, and other industry standards.
- Proficient in AutoCAD, MathCAD, ETAP, Aspen One-Liner, etc.
- Knowledge of various vendor software including SEL, ABB, and GE relay programming software.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to handle multiple project tasks. Excellent presentation, written communication, time management, and organizational skills are required.
- Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines, be self-directed, exhibit good business judgment, and handle confidential information appropriately.
- Occasional travel for site visits and client meetings may be required.
Benefits:
MKEC offers a competitive compensation package in addition to the following benefits:
- Group Health Plan
- Dental Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Disability Insurance - Short & Long-Term
- Life Insurance / AD&D
- Flex Spending Account
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Profit Sharing Plan
- YMCA Discounted Membership
Company Culture at MKEC:
We enjoy the work we do. Our projects have taken us far and wide, and we're always ready to tackle any challenge that comes our way. Driven by our love for problem solving, we're dedicated to delivering creative solutions.
We value each other. With expertise in nearly every field, we appreciate the diverse skills and experiences each team member brings to the table. We're all about learning from one another and working together to serve our clients better.
We love to give back. We're actively involved in the communities we serve, always on the lookout for ways to give back. From mentoring students at a local elementary school, to hosting food drives, and sponsoring events, we're committed to helping the communities we work and live in.
MKEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
MKEC is currently not offering sponsorship now or in the near future.
