System Protection and Studies Engineer
Summary
Designs and validates electrical power systems, focusing on protective relay settings, coordination studies, and SCADA integration for substations and grid infrastructure.
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves\: What is our impact on the world?
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.
HDR Engineering is looking for a System Protection and Studies (SPS) Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals. The primary duties of the SPS Engineer position are to perform engineering tasks with varying levels of complexity, which are assigned by a Lead Project Engineer, Engineering Manager, or Project Manager.
In the role of System Protection and Studies Engineer, we'll count on you to\:
- Perform protective relay calculations and determine appropriate relay set points.
- Perform protective relay coordination studies utilizing short-circuit modeling software.
- Develop relay setting files utilizing relay vendor software.
- Produce relay coordination compliance reports for applicable NERC-PRC standards.
- Develop SCADA point list.
- Produce communication settings for protective relays.
- Produce required client protective relay reports.
- Provide protective relay construction support.
- Provide P&C support with scheme development and design reviews.
- Work under the direct supervision of a Senior Engineer, APM, or PM.
- Work independently on tasks and may assist senior engineers on larger, more complex projects.
- Some travel may be required.
- Work with assistance from Project Engineers, other Electrical EITs or Technicians as needed
- Coordinate with other substation design disciplines (i.e., P&C design teams)
- Perform other duties as needed
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Keywords\: Systems Protection and Studies Engineer, substation, SCADA, electrical engineering, electrical engineer, power system analysis
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with an Electrical/Power emphasis.
- California Professional Engineer (PE) license
- 4 years of experience doing electrical power system analysis, electrical system planning, protective device application, settings, and substation design is highly preferred.
- Preference will be given to candidates local to the Irvine, CA area.
- Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
- Prior experience consulting or working for an electric utility is considered a plus.