Engineer Protective Systems Testing Substation Ops
About The Position
The Engineer will lead in the design, development and implementation of various microprocessor relay upgrade projects. A dedicated professional with continuous oversight responsibility is essential to continued reliable operations. The Engineer will travel to field locations to assist personnel in resolving issues during system outages or open auto investigations. Under the general supervision of the Protective System and Testing Section Manager, the Engineer will be active in and be responsible for bench testing on new microprocessor-based relay upgrades. In addition to testing, an understanding of the NERC CIP Cyber Security Standards will be required since passwords, and configuration change management tool need to be utilized. The Engineer will ensure NERC CIP password requirements & configurations are met during commissioning of new relay systems. This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and with a minimum of 3 years relative engineering work experience in either relay protection or system testing
- Work experience in any of the following areas: Power System, Relay Protection, Microprocessor based relays, required.
- Must demonstrate the ability to learn and apply new topics, required.
- Must have strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and VISIO, required.
- Must be able to deliver exemplary customer service and develop a team spirited work environment in support of Con Edisons corporate values and mission, required.
- Must possess superior oral and written communication skills, champion change and have the ability to influence others in order to improve the management process, required.
- Must be well organized, detailed oriented, flexible to handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines, required.
- Must be able to exercise independent judgment and possess the ability to render sound business decisions, required.
- Driver's License Required
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree In Electrical Engineering and with a minimum of 3 years relative engineering work experience In either relay protection or system testing
- Experience programming microprocessor relays across major manufacturer platforms, including SEL, Hitachi/ABB, Schneider/MiCOM, and GE Multilin UR.
- Must have strong knowledge of Doble Protection Suite and proven ability to develop, modify, and execute automated test plans and test scenarios.
- Acute knowledge with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) CIP Standards, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop operational and maintenance test instructions for relays
- Lead and develop written evaluation of system disturbances and coordination with Engineering and submit Engineering Service Request
- Develop test plans for microprocessor relays
- Provide necessary training for relay technicians
- Act as a technical liaison between Central Engineering and various groups
- Cyber Security Training Program and aspects of Personnel Risk Assessment Program
- Evaluate maintenance practices and develop more efficient and reliable methods
- Review and comment on Engineering design concept for relays and relay upgrades
- Industry involvement with EPRI, NATF and other organizations on relay applications
- Develop a thorough understanding on CIP 002, CIP 007 and CIP 010
- Ensure microprocessor relays are in compliance as CIP 002, CIP 007 and CIP 010
- Interface with designated organizations and departments at O&R and CECONY, and with service vendors and contractors, to achieve sustainable compliance with NERC CIP requirements
- Make presentations as required, and at the executive level
- Perform other related tasks and assignments as required
Benefits
- Rich medical & pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Health Savings Accounts
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with robust matching
- Employer paid Pension Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution
- State of the art Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
- Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance
- Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
- Employee discount program
- Commuter Benefits
- Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
- Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
