HDR

System Protection and Studies Engineer

HDR$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license
  • 4 years of experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Power Market design software (e.g., PLS CAD, AutoCAD)
  • Preference for local candidates in the Irvine, CA area

Responsibilities

  • Perform protective relay calculations and set points
  • Conduct protective relay coordination studies using modeling software
  • Develop relay setting files with vendor software
  • Create relay coordination compliance reports for NERC-PRC standards
  • Produce SCADA point lists and communication settings
  • Provide relay construction support and design reviews
  • Collaborate with substation design teams

Benefits

  • Join a growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals
  • Work on projects that contribute to electrical system health and safety
  • Opportunities for professional development within an employee-owned culture
  • Potential for local career growth in the dynamic Irvine, CA market
  • Engage in tasks that promote independent work and teamwork
Full Job Description
HDR Engineering is looking for a System Protection and Studies (SPS) Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals. The primary duties of the SPS Engineer position are to perform engineering tasks with varying levels of complexity, which are assigned by a Lead Project Engineer, Engineering Manager, or Project Manager. In the role of System Protection and Studies Engineer, we'll count on you to: • Perform protective relay calculations and determine appropriate relay set points. • Perform protective relay coordination studies utilizing short-circuit modeling software. • Develop relay setting files utilizing relay vendor software. • Produce relay coordination compliance reports for applicable NERC-PRC standards. • Develop SCADA point list. • Produce communication settings for protective relays. • Produce required client protective relay reports. • Provide protective relay construction support. • Provide P&C support with scheme development and design reviews. • Work under the direct supervision of a Senior Engineer, APM, or PM. • Work independently on tasks and may assist senior engineers on larger, more complex projects. • Some travel may be required. • Work with assistance from Project Engineers, other Electrical EITs or Technicians as needed • Coordinate with other substation design disciplines (i.e., P&C design teams) • Perform other duties as needed #LI-JF1 Keywords: Systems Protection and Studies Engineer, substation, SCADA, electrical engineering, electrical engineer, power system analysi Preferred Qualifications • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with an Electrical/Power emphasis. • California Professional Engineer (PE) license • 4 years of experience doing electrical power system analysis, electrical system planning, protective device application, settings, and substation design is highly preferred. • Preference will be given to candidates local to the Irvine, CA area. • Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm • Prior experience consulting or working for an electric utility is considered a plus. Qualifications Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Engineering • Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license • Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector. • Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software. (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit) • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

About HDR

HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
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10,000 employees
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Founded
1917

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