System Protection Engineer Senior Engineer - Royal Lane Irving TX

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Job Summary

Job Description

The System Protection Engineer will be responsible for supporting the Luminants Generation fleet protection systems which includes but is not limited to generator differential transformer differential generator breaker failure protection transmission line plantswitchyard interface and electric auxiliary system protective relaying.

The System Protection Engineer position can work independently to identify and perform tasks as required to meet objectives. The position will establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Level of position will be determined by education and years of applicable experience. Primary work location may be based at any Luminant site or corporate office.

Key Roles & Responsibilities Working independently the incumbent will:

Identifies and performs task as required to meet objectives

Lead interpretation and analysis of complex issues

Coordinates assigned projects studies and initiatives through completion

Comply with safety policy and procedures to ensure a safe working environment

Prepare and present reports including recommendations to resolve complex issues

Participate in and on occasion lead special project and committees

Lead complex problem solving efforts

Subject matter expert for electrical engineering discipline and equipment. Develops and interprets system engineering standards.

Knowledge of ETAP (short circuit load flow stability arc flash and relay coordination) and SEL software (analysis and relay setting). Working knowledge in test equipment software is a plus.

In depth knowledge of analog and digital based generator voltage regulators and power system stabilizers

In depth knowledge of electromechanical relays as well as SEL/GE microprocessor relays SEL communication processors 2032 & 3530 and disturbance monitoring equipment.

Demonstrates extensive knowledge of electrical equipment and systems electrical machinery design and operations.

Develops design basis and management of change documentaiton for protection system design and setting changes.

Understanding of power industry electrical equipment protection techniques NEC and industrial electrical standards

In depth knowledge of NERC standards PRC004 PRC005 PRC019 PRC024 PRC025 PRC026 and PRC027.

Provide technical guidance to the Luminant or external Protection & Control technicians or individual plants

Open to Engineer Associate to Principal engineer grade dependent upon experience.

Required Minimum Education and Experience

4 yrs Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering

Minimum 6 yrs related job experience

Skill Requirements

Proficient computer skills in standard Windows programs (Excel Word etc)

Team work and collaboration skills across organizational boundaries

Able to communicate complex issues effectively through written and verbal communication

Able to influence by establishing effective working relationships across organizational boundaries

Indepth understanding of power plant equipment and systems

Able to evaluate technical alternatives in light of their economic contribution to the business

Able to apply systematic problem solving processes to address complex issues

Work Environment

Occasional long irregular hours including work in excess of 12hour days for extended periods

Frequent travel between company facilities and occasional overnight travel

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