Senior Protection and Control Engineer - Grid Automation (US)

A Snapshot of your DayWe are seeking a Senior Protection & Control Engineer to be responsible for relay protection and control engineering activities, including basic design, configuration / testing and specification of protection and control systems and review detailed design for high voltage substation and transmission projects. This position will offer the ability to directly apply candidate’s knowledge of protective relaying and controls systems in substation and transmission projects.How You’ll Make an Impact

Building up and leading a diverse team of engineers

Supervising the technical management of C&P offer, including analysis of tender document and closely coordinating with project management and technical specialists.

Leading preparation of specification, Bill of Material for Protection/Control/Metering/RTU/Communication Panels.

Developing concept of substation relaying & metering diagrams (i.e. A.C. schematic diagrams), and D.C. Schematic for basic design.

Developing concept Diagram for substation control system and Communications interfaces including RTUs, HMIs, and IEDs.

Developing Protection and Control Panel layouts.

Developing high level Cable Schedule for Substation.

Performing configuration and Factory Acceptance Test for Protection and Control Panels.

Performing reviews of work performed by others.

Working closely with other engineering and design team members to coordinate overall design package and requirements.

Flexibility to travel locally and internationally to customer meetings and to project sites. (Approximate travel is 20-30%).

What You Bring

BSEE or higher with a power systems emphasis from an ABET-accredited engineering program. MSEE is a plus.

8 or more years of experience with a focus on protection/control/communications design for substations. Candidates with more experience can be considered for a higher level or vice-versa.

Prior experience working with Remote-Terminal Units (RTUs).

Prior experience with HMIs and DCSs.

Prior experience performing configuration and Factory Acceptance and Site-Acceptance Testing.

Prior experience influencing and leading project teams.

Deep understanding for high voltage substations protection functions (distance, differential, bus bar protection functions).

Experience in writing and providing support documentation for relay calculations.

Knowledge on ANSI standards, IEC standards knowledge is a plus.

Experience with various vendor protective relay equipment typically used in substation. protection, including SEL, Siemens, GE.

Know-How in Configuration Tools for protection relays from different vendors (SEL, Siemens, Hitachi, GE, Schneider …) and control systems.

Familiar with AutoCAD or MicroStation.

Good communication skills.

Professional Engineering license preferred.

About the TeamGrid TechnologiesOur Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.Who is Siemens Energy?At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 94,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we’re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.Check out this video to learn more about Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideoOur Commitment to DiversityLucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity, we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.Rewards

Career growth and development opportunities

Supportive work culture

Company paid Health and wellness benefits

Paid Time Off and paid holidays

401K savings plan with company match

Family building benefits

Parental leave

Bonus based on performance.

https://jobs.siemens-energy.com/jobs#LI-CDSEqual Employment Opportunity StatementSiemens Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or locallaw.