Relay Engineer, All Levels

JOB SUMMARY
Support business objective of System Protection. Responsible for development and implementation of electrical controls and protection systems in substations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops an understanding of schemes, specifications, guidelines, standards, procedures, and training materials.
• Provides engineering support for capital projects.
• Develops proficiency with the CAPE software.
• Responsible for compliance with and execution of NERC Order 693 and CIP requirements. 
• Performs troubleshooting of protection design and settings issues and makes recommendations for resolving problems.
• Participates in technical discussions with other engineers in the Relay group.
• Works with other ITC groups and offices to develop common best practices and activities such as standards.
• Attends technical conferences to represent ITC and training to increase professional knowledge and skills.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Major in Electrical Engineering or related engineering area or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education. 
• Minimum Experience:
  • No work experience required for an Associate Engineer level. 
  • Minimum of two (2) years of work experience in related area for an Intermediate Engineer level.
  • Minimum of six (6) years of work experience in related area for Senior Engineer level
• Technical expertise preferred in planning, design, construction and/or maintenance of electric power transmission lines, substations, power equipment or control systems (including relay protection, SCADA and telecommunications), 
• Power system coursework preferred for electrical engineering majors.
• Utility experience preferred.
• Possesses sound analytical, problem-solving and documentation skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to multi-task and work under minimal supervision, in a team environment.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
• Ability to learn and utilize job specific software.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H-1B or TN visas.