Graduate Engineer - Protection

Ulteig Engineers • Rancho Cordova, CA

296d • $79,700 - $107,900 • Hybrid

About The Position

Ulteig is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Graduate Electrical Engineer (Hydro & Pumping) working in the Automation, Integration, and System Protection (AISP) Department. The Graduate Electrical Engineer will perform engineering tasks associated with electrical design, relay settings development, and commissioning activities for protective relay replacement projects. This position will require travel throughout the state of California primarily working in substations and hydroelectric facilities. An ideal candidate for this hybrid position would be located in the greater Sacramento area.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required. ABET-accredited program or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or the ability to obtain within 1 year of hire.
• Engineering internship experience preferred.
• Electrical power systems coursework preferred.
• Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the US.
• Must have a valid driver's license, or ability to obtain prior to starting date.

Responsibilities

• Develop or assist with complete design packages for protective relay replacement projects that include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, panel layouts, electrical schematics, wiring connection diagrams, communication diagrams, and other associated deliverables under the supervision of a lead engineer.
• Perform field demolition and construction support, on-site commissioning activities, and on-site or remote troubleshooting support for protective relay replacement projects under the supervision of a lead engineer.
• Apply protection system engineering practices and principles in the following areas: transmission line, bus, transformer, capacitor bank, reactor bank, feeder, generator, motor, and communication-assisted protection schemes.
• Develop relay settings files, create or update calculation worksheet templates, develop test plans, and perform protection system event analysis under the supervision of a lead engineer.
• Create SCADA point lists, remote terminal unit (RTU) programs, human-machine interfaces (HMI's), meter programs, metering overviews, and calculations under the supervision of a lead engineer.
• Develop plans, specifications, and observation reports to see that these items are complete, accurate, and in accordance with sound engineering practice.
• Apply current, standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to complete engineering tasks.
• Practice efficiency engineering as it pertains to design selection.
• Recommend alterations to development and design to improve quality.
• Prepare reports and correspondence concerning the direction of assigned projects.
• Effectively communicate and interact with clients to ensure we are meeting their needs.

Benefits

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree