Protection and Controls Designer
Location
United States
Posted
66 days ago
Salary
$70K - $90K / year
Job Description
Role Description
GFT is seeking an experienced Substation P & C Designer to join our expanding Power Group. This is a remote position. Joining the power team at GFT means engaging in cutting-edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure. Our team excels in providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy, utilizing advanced technologies and creative problem-solving to meet today’s diverse energy needs. Be part of a dynamic group dedicated to enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape for a resilient and sustainable future.
What you'll be challenged to do:
- Responsible for the protection and control design of high voltage substation projects up to 765kV.
- Design and execution of high-voltage substations projects in the 4kV – 765kV range with an emphasis on project safety, cost, quality, and reliability.
- Generate designs and detailed engineering deliverables working under the supervision of lead engineer and project manager.
- Complete basic engineering calculations related to design/engineering deliverables.
- Develop one & three line diagrams; schematics and wiring diagrams; control and relay panel layout and specifications; control and relay panel and equipment wiring diagrams; SCADA system and communications interfaces including RTUs, HMIs and IEDs; auxiliary system design including batteries and chargers.
- Compile complete list of relay and control materials for substation projects, and quote/order materials as necessary per contractual agreements with customers.
- Follow specific instructions of supervisor or engineers to perform the more complex design assignments requiring application of standard design principles and practices.
- Investigate new and existing substation technical drawings and conditions to ensure that installation and operations conform to industry standards and customer requirements.
- Travel to job sites for project assessment and data gathering as needed.
- Communicate and interact with clients.
- Perform quality reviews of projects completed by peers.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of relevant substation or general electrical T&D designing experience.
- Knowledge and ability to utilize computer-aided drafting including AutoCAD & MicroStation.
- Familiar knowledge of the following codes: National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), National Electrical Code (NEC) and Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
- Knowledge of substation voltages, MV, HV, EHV.
- Ability to apply project schedules to complete tasks in a timely manner and within project budget.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to review project documents and recommend value engineering ideas.
- Ability to proficiently use Microsoft office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.).
Requirements
- Experience in the energy industry or a consulting services environment.
- Thorough knowledge of the following codes: National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), National Electrical Code (NEC) and Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
Compensation
- The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $90,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Benefits
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Job Requirements
- 2+ years of relevant substation or general electrical T&D designing experience.
- Knowledge and ability to utilize computer-aided drafting including AutoCAD & MicroStation.
- Familiar knowledge of the following codes: National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), National Electrical Code (NEC) and Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
- Knowledge of substation voltages, MV, HV, EHV.
- Ability to apply project schedules to complete tasks in a timely manner and within project budget.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to review project documents and recommend value engineering ideas.
- Ability to proficiently use Microsoft office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.).
- Experience in the energy industry or a consulting services environment.
- Thorough knowledge of the following codes: National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), National Electrical Code (NEC) and Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
- Compensation
- The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $90,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Benefits
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
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