Substation Protection & Controls Engineer at Valdes Architecture and Engineering

Lombard, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Utilities, EnergyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
3+ years of experience working in substation design (seasoned with 5-10 years preferred in protective relaying, SCADA, and communications for high voltage substations)
Knowledge of microprocessor relays
Knowledgeable in SKM electrical modeling software
Solid knowledge within the Electrical Engineering discipline
Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate complicated issues in a simple manner
Ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities simultaneously
Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future

Responsibilities

Supervising and mentoring junior staff members
Assisting staff with ensuring that engineering packages are completed on time and within budget
Preparing design packages consisting of control panel drawings, schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials
Maintaining positive business relationships with key client contacts throughout the project lifecycle
Coordinating engineering details/drafting with multiple department designers to develop project drawings
On-site interface with client engineering representatives and other discipline engineers (may visit job site as required)
Designing protective relaying schemes for high voltage substations
Performing AC and DC load calculations
Developing wiring diagrams and schematics drawings
Cable routing design
Utility interface design
Schematic diagram design
Relay selection, control panel drawings, and specifications
Bills of materials
Panel front view and wiring diagrams
SCADA overview development
Control building and panel hardware specifications
Developing sequence of operation and functional description documents

Skills

Protective Relaying

SCADA

Microprocessor Relays

Schematic Diagrams

Wiring Diagrams

Bills of Materials

AC Load Calculations

DC Load Calculations

SKM

Relay Selection

Control Panel Drawings

Valdes Architecture and Engineering

Provides engineering and project management services

About Valdes Architecture and Engineering

Valdes Architecture & Engineering delivers expert engineering and project management services across various sectors, excelling in process simulation, instrumentation and controls, project management, procurement services, and construction management. They maintain a focus on delivering high-quality and precise solutions that cater to a wide range of industrial needs.

E 22nd St, York Township, IL 60148, USAHeadquarters

1992Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Consulting, Industrial & Manufacturing, EnergyIndustries

51-200Employees