Power Systems Engineer

We are currently looking for a Power Systems Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience in protection and control system design, power system analysis, cost estimating, and bidding document preparation for commercial, industrial, generation and renewables. Typical system voltage levels range from 138 kV to 2.4 kV. This position can be filled in any of our New York offices.

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This role can accelerate your career goals through immediate opportunities to lead, and comes with a competitive starting salary, incentive compensation, a comprehensive benefit package, and opportunities to become a LaBella shareholder.

Duties

• Design projects working directly with clients to develop project scope, identify problems, and propose solutions.
• Typical requirements include Protection and Control drawings and documentation (relay one-lines, three-lines, AC/DC schematics, I/O lists, and relay settings, configuration files, etc.), panel construction specifications (panel and interconnect wiring as well as panel layouts and elevations), and other supporting documentation.
• Comfortable evaluating the interoperability, control features, and communication/protocol aspects of protective relays, RTUs, LTC Controllers, and other equipment as well as perform power system load flow studies, fault studies, and relay setting coordination.
• Aid in commissioning as needed pertaining to system startups and functional checks.

• A BS in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 5 or more years of experience in protection and control system design, cost estimating, and bidding document preparation for electrical transmission and distribution substations projects.
• A PE license from a US State is desired but not required.
• Successful track record designing Protection and Control Systems and performing power system studies.
• Knowledge of Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), NERC, NEC, NESC, NEMA, and ANSI standards used in designing substations is critical.
• Experience with telecommunications, protective relaying, and automation (SCADA) is required.
• Interest in low voltage coordination and arc flash studies.
• Familiarity with Schweitzer Engineering, General Electric, and Basler equipment.

Salary Range:$90,000 - $135,000 per year

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.