Engineer -Substations & Transmission - Relay

Orange & Rockland Utilities • Spring Valley, NY

22h • $105,000 - $140,000

About The Position

The Transmission Relay Engineer joins Orange and Rockland Engineering’s collaborative engineering culture, working on projects ranging from small to large and gaining broad, varied engineering experience. Under the limited supervision of the Principal Electrical Engineer or Manager of Transmission and Substation Engineering, the Engineer performs electrical engineering work in the Transmission Relay Engineering discipline. The role involves designing and applying utility-grade relay systems for the Company’s transmission and substation systems and providing engineering support to Company operations groups.

The Engineer also serves on committees as required and attends industry meetings as a Company representative. The position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).
• Three to five years of engineering work experience in Relay Engineering; the posting describes this as a minimum of 3–5 years.
• At least one year of experience related to relay and control system design.
• Experience and/or knowledge of transmission relay design, settings, and testing.
• Ability to interpret one-line diagrams, schematic diagrams, logic diagrams, and wiring drawings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong analytical, technical, and computer skills.
• Ability to apply sound individual judgment, initiative, creativity, and decision-making when handling assignments.
• Technical proficiency across a broad range of engineering responsibilities and willingness to explore and implement new solutions.
• Demonstrated analytical skills, effective interpersonal skills, and ability to develop and deliver effective presentations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Driver’s license required.
• Ability and willingness to travel within the Company service territory as needed.
• Ability to respond to Company emergencies through a System Emergency Assignment.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with ASPEN and SEL/GE software.
• Professional Engineer license in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, or be in the process of qualifying for a license.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is also listed as preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Company safety, health, and environmental programs are implemented for employees whose work is directed, and that safe work practices and applicable environmental policies and regulations are followed.
• Follow the Company’s Way We Work Principles, Standards of Business Conduct, and applicable procedures, including those concerning environmental health and safety, equal employment opportunity, discipline, and security.
• Support a proactive, customer-centric culture that builds trust and confidence among internal and external customers and improves value for stakeholders.
• Prepare design sketches for Design Drafters creating relay and meter one-line diagrams, schematics, and construction drawings.
• Perform relay setting calculations for electromechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor relays, using vendor software and settings or logic files and addressing communication-assisted protection systems.
• Use the Aspen One Line system-modeling program for fault-current simulations and relay coordination.
• Support field personnel with relay system testing, system problem analysis, and root-cause analysis.
• Prepare outage reports for system relay operations and disturbances using relay and DFR records; provide test letters and corrective-action plans.
• Prepare preliminary engineering cost estimates for feasibility studies and project alternatives.
• Visit manufacturing facilities to witness protection-apparatus tests and prepare reports.
• Participate in departmental meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Inform department leads about project progress, including department budget status.
• Stay current with industry developments, particularly in relay and transmission planning.
• Participate in the Company Emergency Response Plan through a designated storm assignment.
• Apply knowledge of NERC, NPCC, and RFC standards and requirements relating to protection systems.
• Respond to Company emergencies through a System Emergency Assignment to help restore customer service.
• Travel within the Company service territory as needed.

Benefits

• Medical and pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits.
• Dental benefits.
• Health Savings Accounts.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401(k) with matching.
• Employer-paid pension plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with matching contribution.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Emergency backup child and elder care assistance.
• Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities.
• Employee discount program.
• Commuter benefits.
• Career development and learning opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Recognition program.
• Life and long-term disability benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level