About this role
The Senior Engineer will support Con Edisons Protective Relay Strategy Implementation (PRSI) team, contributing to strategic initiatives focused on modernizing and standardizing Protection and Control (P&C) systems. This role is responsible for developing forward looking relay protection designs that integrate advanced technologies to enhance system reliability, resiliency, and support the clean energy transition. The position works closely with crossfunctional stakeholders in a collaborative environment that promotes technical excellence, innovation, and knowledge sharing across Con Edisons unique electric system.
This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.
Required Education/Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and 8 years of engineering work experience. A minimum of three years of relevant experience in relay protection and/or control systems engineering disciplines, required. or
- Master's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and 6 years of engineering work experience. A minimum of three years of relevant experience in relay protection and/or control systems engineering disciplines, required.
Relevant Work Experience
- A minimum of three years of relevant experience in relay protection and/or control systems engineering disciplines, required.
- Excellent communication skills, the ability to champion change, and the capacity to influence others to improve management processes, required.
- Proficient in computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, required.
- Experience with microprocessor relay platforms and related configuration software, required.
- Working knowledge of IEC61850, preferred.
- Industry involvement with EPRI, NATF and other organizations on relay applications, preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
- Driver's License Required
Physical Demands
- Sit or stand to use a keyboard, mouse, and computer for the duration of the workday
- Stand to use/operate office equipment for the duration of the workday
Additional Physical Demands
- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to travel throughout the company service territory and work at company locations as needed.
- Ability to wear the required PPE as needed.
- Ability to work in various indoor and outdoor conditions, and in all weather conditions.
- Ability to work in power plants and high voltage substations.