Sr. Electrical Power Systems Engineer (Protection & Controls)

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

 

Our Automation & Digitalization division is currently seeking a Sr. Electrical Power Systems Engineer (Protection & Controls) to join our team in any of our US locations. Preferred locations would be Alpharetta, GA, Pensacola, FL, Eugene, OR, or Muncy, PA.

 

The Sr. Electrical Power Systems Engineer (Protection & Controls) is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of protection and control systems for electrical power systems. This includes ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of power distribution and generation systems. Applicant will also participate in all aspects of HV and MV substation design as well as MV distributions designs within industrial facilities.

 

What we offer:

 

Meaningful Work – ANDRITZ remains forefront of future engineering technologies and is committed to successfully delivering innovative, high-quality, environmentally responsible solutions to our customers, shaping the future we live in. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do!

Full Project Involvement – Working both locally and globally in a variety of key industries, our employees follow their design throughout the entire project lifecycle: from the initial concept, right into the field for commissioning. Employees and customers are both direct benefactors of this “total commitment” approach.

Professional and Personal Growth – As we continue to innovate and grow, so do our employees. From challenging and innovative work assignments to structured training programs, ANDRITZ provides employees with countless opportunities to grow their knowledge and be the best both professionally and personally.

Flexible Opportunities – ANDRITZ understands that life is a dynamic balance between personal and professional and believes that a successful and fulfilling career varies between people so we offer a broad range of flexible opportunities.

 

In addition to a challenging career, professional development opportunities, and an inclusive and supportive work environment, to reward your commitment we offer a competitive salary that increases with technical capability, comprehensive benefits package, flexible work environment, and a 401(k) plan. Relocation support will be provided or this position.

 

Responsibilities may include but are not necessarily limited to the following:

• Develop protection and control system designs based on project requirements and specifications.
• Design relay protection schemes, control systems, and automation solutions for electrical substations and power generation facilities.
• Design HV and MV substations.Design MV installations within industrial facilities.
• Specify and select appropriate protection relays, control devices, and other equipment needed for the protection and control system.
• Specify and select appropriate HV and MV equipment such as circuit breakers, transformers, disconnects, surge arrestors, and switchgear lineups.
• Develop and implement protection and control logic using various programming languages and tools.
• Configure and program intelligent electronic devices (IEDs) such as relays and PLCs.
• Conduct testing and commissioning activities to ensure the proper functioning of protection and control systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues during the testing phase.
• Create detailed engineering documentation, including design drawings, specifications, and manuals.
• Maintain accurate records of all changes made to the protection and control systems.
• Work closely with other engineering disciplines, project managers, and field personnel to ensure seamless integration of power systems designs into overall project designs.
• Ensure that protection and control systems comply with relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations.
• Stay updated on changes in regulations affecting power systems.
• Provide training and support to operations and maintenance teams regarding the use and troubleshooting of protection and control systems.

 

When selecting candidates, we will be looking for the following essential skills, abilities, and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in electrical engineering, or a related field;
• Minimum of 10 years’ in industrial electrical power system design;
• Strong knowledge of power systems, protection relays, and control systems;
• Proficiency in power s