Power Systems Protection Engineer

Position Description

As a Systems Protection Engineer, you will possess a thorough understanding of codes and have experience in the protection of electrical power systems, which includes substations, distribution lines, and industrial facilities. In this role, you will collaborate with Project Managers to develop reliable engineering concepts for various projects.

You will demonstrate the ability to conduct analyses of both new and existing systems and develop appropriate engineering solutions. You will consult with clients to understand their needs, desires, and budgets while determining the functional requirements for new or renovated systems. Additionally, you will be responsible for scheduling projects and related workloads, representing Cushing Terrell in project meetings, and participating in strategy discussions.

This position involves preparing and reviewing system studies and drawings, providing direction to project teams, and overseeing the activities of individuals involved in various aspects of power systems design.

The expected salary range for this position is $120,000 to $140,000 annually.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher education in Electrical Engineering
• 8+ years of job-related experience
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code and the National Electrical Code
• Licensed Professional Engineer (or ability to obtain by comity) in the state of the hiring Cushing Terrell office
• Advanced knowledge of one or more Electrical Systems Analysis Software packages, ETAP preferred
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Outlook, and Microsoft Office
• Proven record of technical competence in areas of electrical system design including but not limited to electrical substations, overhead and underground distribution, and industrial installations, with applicable codes and regulations
• Develop working knowledge of Cushing Terrell’s process and issues affecting productivity and quality control
• Ability to prepare fee proposals, various studies and reports in relation to essential functions listed below
• Work independently or under the direct supervision of a Senior Engineer or Project Manager
• Ability to administer construction contracts and conduct on-site observation of work during construction to monitor plan compliance, including administration and review of addendums, substitutions, change orders, and submittals

• Perform various studies including short-circuit, load-flow, coordination, grounding, lightning protection, and others as required
• Perform power system studies utilizing one or more power systems analysis software packages
• Produce protective relay settings and setting files utilizing relay vendor software
• Apply NERC-PRC standards to relay coordination and produce applicable compliance reports
• Develop protection schemes for substations & industrial installations
• Coordinate with other substation design disciplines (i.e., P&C design teams)
• Maintain a working knowledge of processes and issues affecting productivity and quality of contract documents and reports
• Act as Engineer-in-responsible-charge, including making technical decisions in their respective field, reviewing, stamping, and signing construction documents
• Develop positive external and internal client relationships and participate in project interviews for firm-wide projects
• Conduct project closeout and quality measurement investigation

Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.

At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their-kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team — from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging — placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, “design meets you.”

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