Assoc Sys Protection Engineer

Consumers Energy•Jackson, MI

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate System Protection Engineer will support the design, analysis, and protection of voltage power systems. The incumbent will aid the implementation of protection schemes for our transmission and distribution systems by completing tasks in support of more senior engineers as directed and delegated. Help with the development of control philosophies and sequences for our generation, transmission, and distribution systems. This position is responsible for ensuring the proper operation of the protective systems on Consumers Energy’s 138kV and 46kV distribution system and responding to emergent fault events and disturbances affecting the high-voltage distribution and generation systems to support real-time operations and customer outage restoration. Responsibilities include conducting detailed analyses of fault events to verify proper system performance, identifying protection scheme misoperations, and partnering with Engineering and Operations to develop corrective action plans. This position also develops monitoring recommendations and communication settings, supports the evaluation of new technologies and equipment such as communication devices and line sensors, and assists with NERC compliance activities, including PRC-002, PRC-004, and PRC-005.

Requirements

Knowledge of applicable codes related to electronic engineering
Proficient in design and calculation software
Written and verbal communication skills
Organizational skills and attention to detail
Knowledge of the theory and practice of electric utility distribution planning, construction, operation, and maintenance
Knowledge of SCADA systems
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering degree from an ABET accredited program [OR] Bachelor's Degree in Engineering degree from a non-ABET accredited program plus a Professional Engineering (PE) license
0 - 2 years experience in substation automation systems.

Responsibilities

Support the design and implementation of protection schemes for voltage power systems as directed by more senior engineers
Assist in the development of models and simulations to test the performance of protection devices under various conditions
Perform field tests of protection systems to verify their proper operation.
Maintain accurate records of protection system designs and modifications
Work on projects related to the installation or upgrade of protection systems
Take direction from other more senior engineers assist in ensuring that the protection system interacts properly with the rest of the power system
Provide data for review and input on technical reports documenting the design of protection systems
Assist in the development of new protection devices and systems
Accompany senior engineers on field tests of protection systems to verify their proper operation.
Maintain accurate records of protection system designs and modifications
Other duties as assigned or may be necessary