Senior Engineer I, Electrical BOP Operations Engineering

RWE Clean Energy, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Engineering
Remuneration: Non-Exempt

The role of this position will be focused on RWE Clean Energy’s (RWECE) renewable generating assets’ balance of plant equipment and systems as part of the Operations Electrical BOP team within the Operations Engineering department of RWECE. The Electrical BOP team provides engineering support and expertise on all systems included in the balance of plant: Transformers, Cables, Reactive Power Devices (dynamic and static), Substations, Relays, Breakers, as well as Power Plant Controllers. The Electrical BOP team works closely with RWECE’s Operations, Asset Management and Compliance Team as well as the Development / Construction Teams to ensure all current and future generating assets are performing optimally.

In this role, the Senior Engineer I, Electrical BOP Operations Engineering, will be responsible for assisting Site Operations with substation restoration efforts when there is a relay operation. The Senior Engineer I will analyze relay events and phasor measurement unit data to determine the cause of the event and the ability to safely restore the site which may include measures to isolate the faulted circuit. The Senior Engineer I will be responsible for conducting Power System studies (i.e. Arc Flash, Short Circuit, etc.) and/or reviewing studies provided by third party engineers. The Senior Engineer I will perform and/or supervise engineers with power plant controller testing. The Senior Engineer I will have a in-depth understanding of the various tests required and how to conduct the tests to meet regulatory requirements and on-time. The Senior Engineer I will participate in nights and weekends restoration team. The Senior Engineer I will also be responsible for the NERC Compliance Standards applicable to the Electrical Balance of Plant Team.

Role Responsibilities:

• Responsible for conducting, reviewing, and approving the power system studies. The Senior Engineer will have an in-depth understanding of the IEEE standards for power system studies
• Responsible for leading and executing on Request for Information (RFIs) from the ISOs, NERC, or other external entity requesting information from the RWE Fleet
• Responsible for reviewing and approving HV and MV equipment specifications for the replacement of end-of-life components or failures. Responsible for updating all pertinent information required due to equipment swaps (i.e., ETAP models, PSSE/PSCAD models, NERC FAC-008, etc.)
• Train and mentor engineers to develop their knowledge in power systems, electrical engineering operations, and applicable industry standards (IEEE, NESC, NEC, NEMA, etc.)
• Responsible for conducting Power Plant Controller Testing. Understand the limitations of the sites to ensure the test runs successfully without inadvertently tripping or damaging equipment. Understand the various tests required (i.e., ERCOT AVR, PFR, NERC MOD-025, etc.) and what evidence is required for each test
• Responsible for technical compliance of NERC standards pertaining to the electrical balance of plant (i.e., PRC-019, PRC-024, PRC-025, MOD-025, etc)
• Provide recommendations on RWECE Substation Maintenance Program utilizing industry best practices and standards
• Responsible for providing substation restoration efforts during nights and weekends

Job Requirements and Experiences:

• A Master's or Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Physics, or a relevant study is required
• Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
• A minimum of 6 years of professional experience with operating and analyzing high-voltage power systems equipment
• A minimum of 6 years of professional experience applicable to electric power generation, generation management, and automatic generation control
• Detailed knowledge of power generation and distribution equipment, transformers, switchgear, transmission feeders, substations, and renewable energy
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and other industry/regulatory codes and standards
• Experience with protective relays (transmission line protection, feeder protection, bus protection, transformer protection) and protection coordinatio