System Protection Engineer V

TRC Companies, Inc. • Augusta, ME

4d • Onsite

About The Position

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP’s 83,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects. At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level.
TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.
We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

Responsible for system protection engineering associated with electrical protective relay systems for generation, transmission, and distribution systems with emphasis on quality and project costs. This includes protective relay design (protective relay one-lines and schematics), protective relay setting coordination, development, and calculations. Expected to follow client requirements and internal company quality control and quality assurance practices.
Expected to serve as the interface with clients, other company departments, outside consultants, contractors, suppliers, and manufacturers on technically related matters. Expected to serve as Lead Engineer or technical reviewer on assigned projects. Candidate will be responsible for working closely with other engineering and project management team members to coordinate overall project deliverables and be responsible for helping maintain project budgets and schedules.

Requirements

• Graduate of a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
• Proficient in protective relay engineering theories and principles.
• Experience with short circuit modeling (ASPEN, CAPE, etc.)

Nice To Haves

• Registered as a Professional Engineer is preferred.
• 15 years of experience in protection and control engineering and relay settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical guidance and coordination regarding solutions necessary to meet client and project goals.
• Takes a lead role in resolving problems, procedures, and methods, working with the customer, TRC personnel, contractors, and suppliers.
• Prepares and/or reviews project scopes and concepts.
• Performs checks on projects for accuracy and completeness.
• Serve as lead engineer on assigned projects.
• Promote efficient flow of information and ensure complete and accurate record keeping.
• Responsible for effective project planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities.
• Responsible for providing status and progress information to management.
• Ensure the effective technical support of department needs and requirements.
• Represent the company and its clients on technical matters.
• Assist in the professional development of other engineers.
• Assist with internal training.
• Assist field personnel during relay testing and commissioning, answering questions and ensuring the test results are acceptable.
• Attends meetings and conferences and research, as necessary, to keep informed of technical development in the power industry.
• Perform other department duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part-time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.
• TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

What This Job Offers

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