Distribution Protection Engineer

February 14

🍂 Massachusetts – Remote

Although this job is listed in Massachusetts, this company may be open to hiring remote in other states.

💵 $85.2k - $153.9k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟢 Junior

🟡 Mid-level

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Leidos is a leading systems integrator in science, technology, and engineering, providing solutions that transform and enable the missions of its customers. The company operates across various markets, including aviation, defense, energy, government, healthcare, intelligence, science, and space. Leidos is involved in AI, digital modernization, cyber operations, and integrated and mission software systems. With a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability, Leidos also engages in charitable efforts and community enrichment programs. Additionally, it contributes to developing solutions for counter-unmanned aerial systems and electric vehicle infrastructure for military applications.

Defense • Intel • Sensors • Health Systems • Enterprise IT

10,000+ employees

Founded 1969

🔒 Cybersecurity

🔬 Science

📋 Description

• Solve challenging substation engineering problems. • Work with design engineers and perform quality reviews. • Collaborate directly with clients and other staff in remote offices. • Cover the full range of project planning through design and construction support. • Determine appropriate conductor types, sizes, transformer sizes, and equipment applications. • Specify relay settings, fuse sizes, trip saver settings, and recloser modes to ensure proper coordination in distribution designs. • Create relay settings for various distribution voltages (4kV,34.5,etc), including set points, logic diagrams, configuration files, and documentation. • Conduct system protection and coordination studies for distributed energy resources and distribution automation schemes. • Offer guidance and recommendations on system protection philosophies and standards to clients. • Apply system protection engineering principles in various areas, such as distribution lines, transformers, capacitor banks, and more. • Conduct system modeling and fault analysis for relay device coordination and knowledge of arc flash studies. • Review protective relay operations, identify system disturbances, and provide resolutions to operational control problems. • Assess data and model quality, identifying necessary corrections or enhancements for successful coordination between protective devices. • Model distribution system elements in planning and operational software to assess impacts under different scenarios.

🎯 Requirements

• Mid-Level - Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with two (2+) years of related experience. • Senior Level - Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) four (4+) years of related experience. • Lead Level - Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) eight(8+) years of related experience. • Strong foundation in distribution power systems, planning, and protection strategies; preference for experience with Distributed Energy Resources. • Experience with device coordination, creating relay settings, and logic diagrams for distribution devices. • Proficiency in CYME, Synergi, Windmil, ETAP, EasyPower, LightTable, and/or other distribution power tools for coordination studies and fault analysis; experience with Aspen OneLiner and/or Electrocon CAPE is a plus. • Experience developing relay settings for microprocessor relays (SEL, Alstom, GE, ABB) for distribution protection systems; experience with transmission systems is preferred. • Knowledge of long-term, area-wide planning studies utilizing relevant distribution system analysis software and developing detailed load study reports that outline findings and recommendations. • Knowledge of capacity studies for new customer load requests and producing comprehensive load study reports that summarize study results and suggestions. • Knowledge of power quality assessments as necessary. • Knowledge of technical reviews and interconnection studies for customer distributed generation applications. • Strong written and verbal communication skills for client and staff interaction. • High level of computer competency. • Previous Quality Assurance/Quality Control experience. • Strong engineering and interpersonal skills with high attention to detail and a passion for quality. • Ability to meet deadlines under pressure. • A team player who can work effectively in a team environment. • Self-starter who can work independently with minimal direction.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation • Health and Wellness programs • Income Protection • Paid Leave • Retirement