Senior Protection & Control Engineer

Stanley Consultants•Austin, TX

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Stanley Consultants is an award-winning and industry-leading global consulting engineering firm, with an unmatched commitment to culture, values, and ethics. We are dedicated to client experience and solve the most complex challenges to create a sustainable, connected, and enriched world for all. As the world changes, Stanley strategically evolves with it, integrating the latest technology, innovation, and resiliency practices. With over a century of experience serving the energy, federal government, transportation, and water sectors, we have helped improve lives and shape the infrastructure systems that connect us. As an employee-owned organization with a People First approach, we stand apart from other engineering consulting and services firms. At Stanley, your voice counts, your growth matters, and your success is our success. Stanley Consultants offers flexible work options, competitive pay and great benefits, a strong sense of community, and the chance to build a meaningful, long-term career! We are seeking qualified candidates for a Senior Protection and Control Engineer with a strong background in high voltage substation design. Technical responsibilities will include the design of any / all the following: high voltage substation protection schemes up to 500kV; computer modeling/analysis of electrical systems; preparation of specifications for equipment and systems; report preparation; applying codes and standards and performing and reviewing design calculations. Position will be responsible for leading design efforts and performing design duties with minimal supervision on multiple projects. Must be able to determine client requirements and coordinate technical efforts within discipline areas as necessary, coordinate with other disciplines as needed, manage a design budget and schedule, and be able to demonstrate proficiency in these areas.

Requirements

BSEE from an ABET accredited University
10+ years of protection and control design experience
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to work legally in the United States for any length of time
PE license required, ability to obtain TX PE required within 6 mos. of hire

Nice To Haves

Electrical system studies and analysis software (ASPEN, ETAP, SKM, PSS/E, PSLF) experience preferred but not required
Load Flow, Short Circuit, and Arc flash analyses experience preferred but not required
Experience working directly with clients, supporting marketing proposals/efforts preferred
Experience managing a design budget and schedule preferred
Protective relay coordination and settings experience preferred

Responsibilities

Detailed design of protection and control systems for high voltage substations including creating or modifying : Single-line and three-line diagrams
AC and DC schematics
Wiring Diagrams
Cable and Conduit schedules
Detailed bills of materials, bid units and material counts
Control building and relay panel layouts
SCADA, RTUs and communications systems design
Electrical system studies and analysis software (ASPEN, ETAP, SKM, PSS/E, PSLF) experience preferred but not required
Load Flow, Short Circuit, and Arc flash analyses experience preferred but not required
Coordination with other disciplines as needed
Performing site visits for data gathering and asbuilts
Writing material procurement and construction specifications & evaluating contractor bids
Protective relay coordination and settings experience preferred
Factory Acceptance, Witness testing and Reviewing shop drawings for Spec / Design conformance
Reviews client equipment and design specs and confirms conformance with industry standards and best practices.
Performs typical calculations such as equipment and conductor sizing, voltage drop, conduit and cable tray fill, AC loading and battery sizing
Generating engineering fee estimates
Providing field support during construction and commissioning
Mentors and teaches less experienced engineers and design staff
Occasional overnight travel may be required for client meetings and or site visits