Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Option preferred) from an accredited college or university
0-2 years' experience in power system troubleshooting and design
Engineer-In-Training Certificate desirable
Familiarity with utility protective relaying application and control scheme design
Knowledge of ASPEN OneLiner (short circuit/coordination) and relay database software preferable
Responsibilities
Design and implement protective relay schemes for electrical systems
Conduct analysis and testing of relay settings and automation protocols
Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, ensuring safety and compliance
Document relay configurations and modifications
Engage with field personnel to provide technical support
Benefits
Opportunity to work with innovative technologies in the energy sector
Collaborative work environment with a focus on team-based problem solving
Chance to impact local communities and the broader energy industry
Continuous learning and adaptation to new technologies
Full Job Description
PURPOSE: As a Protective Relay and Automation Engineer, your daily responsibilities will involve designing and implementing protective relay schemes for various electrical systems. You will conduct thorough analysis and testing of relay settings and automation protocols to ensure optimal performance. Collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams, you will troubleshoot and resolve system issues while maintaining a strong focus on safety and compliance standards. Documentation of relay configurations and system modifications will be essential, along with the preparation of reports and recommendations for system improvements. Regular engagement with field personnel will require you to provide technical support, enhancing the reliability and efficiency of our energy operations. Continuous learning and adaptation to new technologies will be expected as you contribute to ongoing projects that drive innovation within the organization. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Option preferable) from an accredited college or university
0-2 years' experience in power system troubleshooting and design
Engineer-In-Training Certificate desirable
Familiarity with utility protective relaying application, control scheme design, electrical apparatus testing, relay testing, meter testing and substation automation/integration desirable
Knowledge of relaying and substation automation/integration communications desirable
Knowledge of ASPEN OneLiner (short circuit/coordination) and ASPEN Relay Database software desirable
Thorough understanding of word processing, spreadsheets and computer application in general
Effective oral and written communication skills
Effective team leadership and participant skills
Any equivalent combination of related education, training, and/or experience can be substituted for requirements listed above.
ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
Perform short circuit and coordination studies within power delivery system, other utilities and member coop systems.
Manage short circuit/coordination and relay database software.
Manage an in-house relay committee, consisting of members from Operations and Maintenance, to review and approve all relay applications and settings, evaluate new products and review system outages for proper relay operations.
Serve as AzG&T representative on regional protective relaying operating and coordinating committees such as SWAT SCWG.
Provide project team engineering support by preparing project technical specifications, drawings, programming, procurement and construction documents for substation automation/integration equipment as required.
Develop, with the assistance of the Project Services Administrators, cost/benefit analyses and project estimates and costs for substation automation/integration equipment.
Provide engineering design and commissioning assistance as required.
Assist Planning Engineers with preparing planning studies and fault analyses.
Support System Engineer and Field Engineers in analyzing system disturbance faults.
Continue the system review effort to improve the reliability of the system to minimize relay miss-operation.
Provide engineering support to maintenance craft personnel and System Operations in optimizing the operation of the power delivery system.
Provide technical support to substation engineering group regarding relay protection design.
Manages changes and evidence related to NERC procedures and controls for delegated requirements.
Manages changes and evidence related to NERC RSAWs including the narrative and evidence of the compliance for delegated requirements.
Performs primary interviewee functions related to NERC compliance audits for delegated requirements.
