Principal Engineer - Protection & Control

Iberdrola-posted 3 months ago

$125,000 - $157,000/Yr

Full-time • Senior

Portland, ME

5,001-10,000 employees

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The Principal Engineer - Protection & Control is responsible for electric system protection technology platforms including standards, training, and communication. The electric delivery system in Maine contains approximately 2,600 miles of transmission lines & 317 substations. This role will consult and guide project engineers on protection engineering for electric transmission and substation system protection projects to ensure system reliability and safety. The engineer will guide engineering studies to evaluate equipment, system effectiveness, and protection system operations. They will lead and guide the Protection Engineering group across AVANGRID in their technical training and development, evaluate and implement new and advanced technology platforms to increase reliability and efficiency, and ensure all protection system standards and designs meet applicable company, local, state, and national codes and standards. The position also involves liaising across Operating Companies, global affiliates, different departments, and outside groups and agencies, contributing to the development of System Protection strategy.

Guide engineering design, estimating, and analysis of the electric transmission and substation protection systems in support of capital construction budget and keeping system performance enhancement in line with budget.
Responsible for protection system platforms, including settings, testing, and commissioning developed both internally and by contractors and consultants.
Responsible for the development of the system protection platform for AVANGRID and coordination with global affiliates.
Oversee the evaluation and demonstration of new technology in terms of safety, cost and other efficiencies; and implement to enhance power system performance.
Oversee engineering studies to evaluate equipment and protection system performance and effectiveness and analyze operational issues in support of system reliability and operational efficiency.
Provide expertise and guide the analysis of transmission fault event operations to ensure protection scheme operated as intended.
Ensure clear and concise fault analysis reports to management depicting corrective actions and lessons learned when necessary.
Represent the company on regional and national committees.
Lead and guide the technical development of the Protection Engineering group.
Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department engineers.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with a minimum of 10+ years’ relevant experience required; Master’s Degree preferred.
Professional engineering license preferred.
Theoretical Engineering knowledge - Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Analytic, modeling & Calculation.
Practical engineering experience/application - Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Construction.
Ability to adequately document and interpret engineering documentation.
Ability to review and approve engineering work done by others to ensure compliance with company standards, specifications, and contract requirements.
Knowledge of Regulatory and Compliance Environment – Local, State and Federal Regulatory Standards and requirements.

Expert knowledge of all aspects of engineering & design, national and international standards, and compliance requirements associated with power system protection.

Competitive health insurance.
Student Loan Debt Repayment program.
Up to $10k annual tuition assistance policy.
$3500 EV Employee incentive program.
2-months parental leave.
Industry-leading 12% company 401(k) match.
Relocation Benefits: Up to $10k allowance offered, including household goods transport, up to two car transportations, one month of temporary lodging, and up to 10 days of car rental, airfare and meals offered for eligible employees.
Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and advancement within the company.
Flexible work arrangements to help you balance your professional and personal life.

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