Sr. Power Systems Engineer

Vertiv • Westerville, OH

62d

About The Position

Integration engineers require a substantial amount of specialized expertise, including power system studies, software and hardware engineering, interface protocols, and general problem-solving skills. The problems to be solved have not been solved before, except in the broadest sense. Projects will include new and challenging problems with an input from a broad range of engineers where the system integration engineer 'pulls it all together.' Develop and maintain an expert level of technical expertise in electric power system protection and automation. Work closely with design, vendor, utility, regulatory agency, operators, owners, contractors, and protection engineers to create system programming which translates the owner’s requirements into concrete technical designs. Develop settings for all layers of control including protective relaying, communication processors, Human Machine Interface (HMI). Simulate power system conditions in a lab environment to test communications and automation functionality of integrated IEDs and software packages. Serve as a technical resource for ERS Field Engineers during installation, commissioning and operation of the electric power system protection and automation systems. Write complete, detailed reports using a computer and accurately process job billing. Perform sales support functions. Provide technical support to ERS sales engineers and customers. Maintain strong client relationships.

Requirements

• Graduate Engineer BSEE or BSME and eight years’ experience in design, testing and commissioning of protection and automation systems.
• Five years’ experience as Power Systems Engineer.
• Registered Engineer in Training and the ability to obtain PE licensure within 1 year.
• Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code and various industry standards, such as NERC, IEEE, OSHA and NFPA.
• Requires special skills in a majority of the following: Generation and co-generation start-up – ANSI, NEC, and NEMA specification; pilot wire and distance relaying - computer power system transient surveys - vector, phasor analogy- complex control systems - medium and high voltage substation start-up.
• Strong background and experience in all types of switchgear and equipment through the 500 kV class.
• Requires a high degree of communication, supervisory, and organizational skills.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical apparatus testing with a strong theoretical understanding of electrical power systems, and good aptitude for problem evaluation.
• Good judgment, dependable, supervises large-scale projects with technical expertise and good business management skills.
• Strong computer skills including editing, formatting and using templates in Microsoft Office Suite, use of Manufacturer specific software and documentation of design within AutoCad.
• Willing to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays and night work.
• Must be available for out-of-town and international travel of up to several weeks.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an expert level of technical expertise in electric power system protection and automation.
• Work closely with design, vendor, utility, regulatory agency, operators, owners, contractors, and protection engineers to create system programming.
• Develop settings for all layers of control including protective relaying, communication processors, Human Machine Interface (HMI).
• Simulate power system conditions in a lab environment to test communications and automation functionality of integrated IEDs and software packages.
• Serve as a technical resource for ERS Field Engineers during installation, commissioning and operation of the electric power system protection and automation systems.
• Write complete, detailed reports using a computer and accurately process job billing.
• Perform sales support functions.
• Provide technical support to ERS sales engineers and customers.
• Maintain strong client relationships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree