Protection Settings Engineer
| Company | Duke Energy |
|---|---|
| Location | Plainfield, IN, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
- A Master’s degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree.
Responsibilities
- Perform Protection Calculations and Coordination to protect the grid
- Maintain Relay Database for Midwest Relay assets and settings
- Support compliance activities related to relay setting and coordination
- Interface with Relay Technicians to support install and commissioning of settings
- Conducts engineering and related studies; expected to engage in frequent working group phone calls and face-to-face meetings to coordinate and implement changes as a result of fleet and recognize industry best practices
- Strives to continually improve job-related, technical and professional knowledge, skills and performance
- Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities
- Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills
- Maintains accurate records and files
- Supports the company’s goals and represents the company positively and professionally.
Preferred Qualifications
- Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.
- Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations.
- Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.
- Understanding of basic principles of project management.
- Experience in the utility industry.