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Protection & Controls Engineer 2GAI Consultants Inc. • Wheeling, WV, US
Protection & Controls Engineer 2

Protection & Controls Engineer 2

GAI Consultants Inc. • Wheeling, WV, US
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GAI Consultants is seeking an Engineer 2 (Protection & Controls) for substation-related work. This position will perform substation and protection and controls design, technical guidance / training / mentoring of staff, design reviews, QA / QC review, and enforcement related to all aspects of protection & controls design services. The successful candidate will work on various protection and control engineering projects including detailed design for high voltage substation projects through 500kV, with a focus on a "Client First" approach to all interactions.

Job Duties :

  • Manage, design, and perform QA / QC checks related to technical activities including, but not limited to, the following :
  • Development of and / or revisions to existing drawings for one-lines, physical arrangement, grounding, schematics and wiring, control and relaying panels and equipment wiring including coordinating with CAD operators to develop organized quality CAD drawings.
  • Integrate protection and control drawings to interface with the physical layout and design of substations.
  • Design of interfacing with SCADA systems and communications including RTUs, HMIs, and IEDs.
  • Development of control and relay panel layouts including assembling the specifications.
  • Creation of project criteria.
  • Development of design specifications including the overall bill of materials.
  • Design and sizing of auxiliary systems including AC / DC load centers as well as batteries and chargers.
  • Design and sizing of conduit, cable, and backup generators.
  • Ordering long-lead item materials.
  • Point to Point checks.
  • Review junior engineer's designs, verify they meet client standards and specifications, and identify gaps in client's protection.
  • Document QAQC reviews, maintain record documents, and communicate information to the team.
  • Traveling to other offices and meeting with clients and attending project-specific meetings on a regular basis.
  • Managing tasks on multiple projects in accordance with GAI's high standards of project management.
  • Managing and assisting with the development of the scope of services and cost estimates for Substation and P&C projects.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities using sound engineering and financial judgment to determine optimal solutions.
  • Must be flexible to handle shifting deadlines and scope changes.
  • Must have resource management skills and the ability to identify project barriers and mitigate them without schedule impacts.
  • Must be able to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and be able to work effectively under the pressure of deadlines and unexpected developments.
  • Ability to work extended hours or after hours when required.

General Characteristics

  • Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
  • Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
  • Leads tasks and projects of moderately complex scopes.
  • Develops plans, specifications, and other project documents.
  • Selects appropriate principles of engineering economics, and probability and statistics to analyze risk in a complex engineering problem.
  • Minimum Years of Experience

  • 6+ Years of Experience
  • Education

  • B.S. or M.S. Engineering
  • Certification / Licensure

  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) License
  • Technical Responsibilities

  • Designs a complete project, system, component, or process.
  • Prepares complete plans, specifications, and other project documents.
  • Designs and conducts analyses and interprets test data.
  • Begins to develop and reviews complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
  • Project and Task Management
  • Assigns tasks to other technical and non-technical staff.
  • Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
  • Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
  • Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or projects.
  • Management Responsibility

  • Receives general direction on key objectives. Receives guidance on unconventional / complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
  • Mentors junior staff by providing guidance, explaining professional responsibilities, and reviewing work products.
  • Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.
  • Communication Skills

  • Communicates effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
  • Why GAI?

    At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

    Benefits To Working at GAI Include :

  • Competitive salary -GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
  • New paid Maternity / Paternity / Adoption program
  • Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
  • 401k company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • GAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

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