System Protection Engineer (Staff thru Consulting)

TXU Energy (Vistra Corp)•Irving, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position can work independently to identify and perform tasks as required to meet objectives. The position will establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. The System Protection Engineer will be responsible for supporting the Luminant’s Generation fleet protection systems which includes, but is not limited to, generator differential, transformer differential, generator breaker failure protection, transmission line, plant-switchyard interface, and electric auxiliary system protective relaying. The System Protection Engineer position can work independently to identify and perform tasks as required to meet objectives. The position will establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Level of position will be determined by education and years of applicable experience. Primary work location may be based at any Luminant site or corporate office.

Requirements

4 yrs Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum 6 yrs related job experience
Proficient computer skills in standard Windows programs (Excel, Word, etc)
Team work and collaboration skills across organizational boundaries
Able to communicate complex issues effectively through written and verbal communication
Able to influence by establishing effective working relationships across organizational boundaries
In-depth understanding of power plant equipment and systems
Able to evaluate technical alternatives in light of their economic contribution to the business
Able to apply systematic problem solving processes to address complex issues

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge in test equipment software is a plus.

Responsibilities

Identifies and performs task as required to meet objectives
Lead interpretation and analysis of complex issues
Coordinates assigned projects, studies and initiatives through completion
Comply with safety policy and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
Prepare and present reports including recommendations to resolve complex issues
Participate in and on occasion lead special project and committees
Lead complex problem solving efforts
Subject matter expert for electrical engineering discipline and equipment. Develops and interprets system engineering standards.
Knowledge of ETAP (short circuit, load flow, stability, arc flash, and relay coordination) and SEL software (analysis and relay setting). Working knowledge in test equipment software is a plus.
In depth knowledge of analog and digital based generator voltage regulators and power system stabilizers
In depth knowledge of electro-mechanical relays as well as SEL/GE microprocessor relays, SEL communication processors (2032 & 3530) and disturbance monitoring equipment.
Demonstrates extensive knowledge of electrical equipment and systems, electrical machinery design and operations.
Develops design basis and management of change documentation for protection system design and setting changes.
Understanding of power industry electrical equipment protection techniques, NEC, and industrial electrical standards
In depth knowledge of NERC standards PRC-004, PRC-005, PRC-019, PRC-024, PRC-025, PRC-026 and PRC-027.
Provide technical guidance to the Luminant or external Protection & Control technicians or individual plants