System Protection Engineer I-IV or Principal

System Protection Engineer I-IV or Principal
Notice info
LocationTexas City, TX
Job Typefull time
Salary$90,000-$160,000
On-site
Oil and Gas

About This Job

Texas New Mexico Power, with positions in more than 70 communities across New Mexico and Texas, offers a range of career opportunities with competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and career-making advancement opportunities.


At TNMP, you will:

· Transform our energy grid to carbon-free energy.

· Contribute to powering approximately 540,000 homes and businesses.

· Make an impact in your local community.

At TNMP, we value the diversity of our workforce and actively seek opportunities for incorporating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within our family of companies. We believe a diverse workforce enriches our environment and helps us better meet the needs of our employees, customers, and shareholders.


Benefits Info:

At Texas New Mexico Power, our compensation and benefits are competitive, designed to meet the varied wants and needs of our employees and cultivate a work environment that encourages personal and professional growth.


· Medical, dental, vision


· 401k company match


· Separate company paid 401k contribution

· Sign-on bonus and/or relocation may be offered


SUMMARY:

Salary: based on experience Must be located, or willing to relocate within a commutable distance of Texas City, Texas.

TNMP is looking for a System Protection Engineer that will perform complex engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient, and economic manner.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under general supervision, the system protection engineer is responsible for the following:
Perform short circuit, overcurrent and distance coordination studies using ASPEN Oneliner.
Calculate and develop protective relay settings for new projects and/ or modify existing protective relay settings as required to maintain system reliability.
Analyze system disturbances and recommend mitigation plans in compliance with NERC PRC-004.
Act as an SME on assigned NERC and/ or CIP compliance standards.
Review Relaying one line, AC/ DC schematics, wiring diagrams and other relay design deliverables.
Ensure that all work is performed in adherence to applicable company standards and NERC and CIP compliance standards.
Provide technical support and direction to field personnel as needed.
Provides training to less experienced staff.
Participates in peer reviews as assigned.
Communicates engineering ideas, recommendations and evaluations to diverse internal and external audiences
Represents the company's interests in advanced engineering matters.
Applies extensive engineering expertise to improve or develop new standards
Provides technical direction to contractors and company personnel on an as-needed basis
Perform all work in a safe and timely manner.


COMPETENCIES:

Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Experience in short circuit studies software like ASPEN Oneliner, CAPE, etc. is preferred.
Knowledge and proven ability to apply diverse engineering principles, practices and regulations and to perform economic and decision analysis studies of complex issues in areas including, but not limited to, generation, transmission, distribution, system planning, financial and regulatory issues, asset utilization, and environmental controls and regulations
Ability to read, interpret and apply national, state and local codes and standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NESC, ACI, AISC, ASME, NACE, etc.)
Ability to translate electrical theory and physics to utility application for improving system reliability
Ability to make informed repair decisions following company protocols
Comfortable working in and around high voltage (up to 345kV) electrical facilities and equipment
Demonstrated strong leadership skills, self-motivation, and advanced interpersonal skills


MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Level of position offered based on experience and education of the selected candidate.


Education requirements:

Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Engineering from a college/university accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET)

Engineer I - One to three years related experience preferred
Engineer II - Two or more years of engineering experience; one or more years with FE certificate or master's degree in engineering
Engineer III - Four or more years of engineering experience; three or more years with FE certificate or with master's degree in engineering
Engineer IV - Five to seven years of engineering experience
Principal Engineer - Ten or more years of engineering experience; nine or more years with master's degree in engineering. Professional Engineer license required


PREFERRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

Focus or advanced degree in power system engineering is preferred
Professional Engineers License

Must possess current, legally valid driver's license and meet the Company's driving record requirements.


COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents, drawings and schematics.
Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, speeches, and make presentations
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, employees, and managers of the organization


COMPUTER SKILLS:

In-depth knowledge of personal computers including demonstrated proficiency with electrical engineering design programs
In depth knowledge of word processing, database, and spreadsheet software


ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out complex instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Ability to deal with complex problems involving several concrete variables in complicated situations


PHYSICAL DEMANDS (all levels):

This position requires periods of frequent sitting, standing, walking, and exposure to outside elements, lifting (50 pounds or under), crouching, bending, climbing and working at various heights
Protective equipment required: hard-hat, safety glasses and hearing protection


WORK ENVIRONMENT (all levels):

Time will be divided between office and field, with a majority of time in the office. Work will be around high voltage electricity facilities, computers, office equipment, and construction equipment

Personnel in this job title may be covered by NERC CIP cyber security standards. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a Personnel Risk Assessment, which includes identity verification and a criminal background check. Prior to being granted unescorted access to cyber secure areas, the candidate must attend cyber security training. Annual cyber security training is also required.

Given the financial nature of this position, this position may be required to obtain a credit check depending on location. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a credit background check.


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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, “everyone goes home safe”, reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

TXNM Energy is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the ADA. If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.

At TXNM Energy, we value the diversity of our workforce and actively seek opportunities for incorporating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within our family of companies. We believe a diverse workforce enriches our environment and helps us better meet the needs of our employees, customers, and shareholders. We remain committed to attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to carry out the Company's purpose.

TXNM Energy and affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers. Women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans are encouraged to apply.


Job Type: Full-time


Pay: $90,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year


Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Texas City, TX 77590

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