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Electrical Engineer III - Substation P&C

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Senior level
Design and support high-voltage substation protection and control (P&C) systems for AIS and GIS substations. Prepare and review P&C drawings and deliverables, develop relay settings and protection philosophy, perform power system studies, ensure compliance with IEEE/NERC/NEC/NESC, support utility interconnection, provide QA/QC, site support, and mentor junior engineers.
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RRC is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer III – Substation P&C to help us build the future of both U.S. and Canada energy production from both remote work locations and any one of our U.S. or Canadian office locations. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape.


RRC CORE VALUES
Must understand and personify RRC’s core values:

  • Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations
  • Employee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members
  • Quality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously
  • Above and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support the engineering and design of high-voltage substation Protection & Control systems for AIS and GIS substations
  • Prepare and Review protection and control design drawings including single lines, three lines, DC schematics, communication schematics and wiring
  • Prepare and review engineering deliverables
  • Ensure work complies with applicable industry standards including IEEE, NERC, NEC, NESC, and client-specific requirements
  • Support project planning and execution by contributing to schedules, deliverables, and technical coordination
  • Develop relay settings and protection philosophy
  • Provide detailed QA/QC for P&C design packages
  • Provide training to junior P&C engineer and designers
  • Attending FAT, inspections, and provide site support as needed
  • Assist with utility coordination and interconnection processes for renewable energy projects including solar, wind, and battery energy storage systems

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field required
  • Professional Engineer (P. Eng) license preferred or ability to obtain
  • 5+ years of experience in power system engineering, substation protection and controls, transmission planning, or renewable energy integration
  • Experience with high-voltage substation P&C design including relays, batteries, chargers, SCADA interfaces, and control panels
  • Familiarity with power system analysis software such as PSSE, ETAP, ASPEN, SKM, or similar tools
  • Experience performing power system studies including load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, and arc flash analysis
  • Working knowledge of industry standards including IEEE, NERC, NEC, and NESC
  • Experience supporting utility coordination and interconnection processes for energy projects preferred
  • Experience with networking devices and communication configuration
  • Experience with ASPEN
  • Experience with relay settings
  • Ability to manage technical deliverables while supporting project schedules and deadlines
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaboration and technical documentation
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook

BENEFITS

RRC is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including:

  • Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Bonus eligibility
  • Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
  • RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)

RRC thanks you for your interest in joining RRC. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
 

Visit our website www.RRCcompanies.com for more information.
 

No recruiters or staffing firms please.
 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
 

RRC Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and assessment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources or the recruitment contact listed in this posting.
 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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