Relay Protection Test Engineer

Overview

Test and support protective relays for transmission, distribution & generation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• technical studies
• control testing
• qa documentation
• compliance review
• training delivery
• project coordination

Tasks

-Analyzes and performs technical studies, prepares reports and provides solutions to complex technical matters; reviews work performed by other engineers; contributes substantially to operational assessments of system disturbances, including Root Cause Analysis. -Works with and is an authoritative resource to protection and automation engineers to develop testing plans for complex control systems which identify physical safety barriers, electronic safety barriers, interconnected control systems to be tested, and best testing practices to reduce system risk. Ensures control systems efficiently check schemes by eliminating duplications while ensuring compliance to WECC standards. Leads development of postconstruction QA checklist; provides engineering expertise to operations personnel for switching and load restoration activities. -Ensures QA activities are well documented and ensures proper document control to meet NERC reliability audit requirements; gathers data and provides documentation review to establish PGE compliance with WECC and FERC protection criteria; maintains a high level of engineering proficiency within the field of specialization and up-to-date technical knowledge of all current techniques, applicable codes, and regulations. -Analyzes and performs technical studies; reviews work performed by other engineers; contributes to operational assessments of system disturbances. -Identifies training and testing requirements for new and complex control systems; delivers technical training to substation wiremen and technicians and supports Meter/Relay/SCADA technicians with a wide range of design issues and changing technologies. -Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats); check all that apply: -Coordinates complex projects with outside entities including PGE System Control Center, other interconnected utilities, major customers through key customer managers, and other PGE departments. Partners with construction engineers to develop high level sequenced construction plan on complex projects with major shutdown requirements including switching and energization plans; provides engineering expertise and broad support to construction crews on complex design and construction issues (e.g., constructability reviews, design philosophy, design additions or changes during construction, equipment integration). Supports overall project management (construction engineer and crews) with scope changes. -Maintains currency in state-of-the-art engineering practices and independently applies professional knowledge of engineering processes and standards. -Ensures QA activities are well documented. Identifies and implements improvements and ensures proper document control to meet NERC reliability audit requirements. Provides input on control and protection design standards and criteria; gathers data and provides documentation review to establish PGE compliance with WECC and FERC protection criteria. -Shares current knowledge of latest technology and processes; may assist with mentoring, recognition and any corrective actions required. Participates in delivering technical training to substation wiremen and technicians; supports Meter/Relay/SCADA technicians with design issues and changing technologies. -Maintains currency in state-of-the-art engineering practices and provides guidance and direction on engineering processes and standards to colleagues when requested. -Works with protection and automation engineers to develop testing plans for protection and control systems which identify physical safety barriers, electronic safety barriers, interconnected control systems to be tested, and best testing practices to reduce system risk. Ensures control systems efficiently check schemes by eliminating duplications while ensuring compliance to WECC standards. Coordinates development of postconstruction QA checklist; provides engineering support to operations personnel for switching and load restoration activities. -Deal effectively with pressure of real-time problem solving. -Assigns tasks and coordinates with other internal/external team members as directed on less complex projects; shares information and provides professional guidance in executing project tasks. Coordinates projects with outside entities including PGE System Control Center, other interconnected utilities, major customers through key customer managers and other PGE departments. Partners with construction engineers to develop high level sequenced construction plan with major shutdown requirements; provides engineering expertise to construction crews on design and construction issues (e.g., constructability reviews, design philosophy, design additions or changes during construction, equipment integration). Provides engineering expertise to overall project management (construction engineer and crews) with scope changes.

Requirements

• pe license
• electrical engineering
• substation relay
• problem solving
• protection testing
• driver’s license

What You Bring

-Intermediate problem-solving skills. -Working knowledge of the utility industry. -Intermediate knowledge of company QA/QC process and procedures. -Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less) -Ability to work a variable schedule -Experience with substation relay functions -Intermediate knowledge of electrical utility infrastructure construction and testing practices. -Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills -Typically, 2 or more years in engineering. -Typically, five or more years in engineering, or four or more years in related field with PE license. -Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment -Skill and knowledge of electrical utility infrastructure construction and testing practices -Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance -Ability to work long hours -Ability to work on-call schedule -Ability to work shift schedule -Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization -Demonstrates sound memory -Intermediate knowledge of engineering and economic principles and concepts. -Ability to follow accuracy standards -Position available to be filled as either an Intermediate, P2, Protection Testing Engineer or a P3, Senior Protection Testing Engineer. See required determining qualifications below. Competencies posted at p2 level. -Valid Driver’s License required. -Intermediate accuracy skills. -Working knowledge of process, procedures for project controls and estimates. -Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch schedule [typically for nonexempt positions, although some exempt positions may have an established start/stop time] -Bachelor’s degree in engineering. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred. ABET accredited engineering program or program accredited by an equivalent agency. -Experience commissioning substation protection equipment is preferred -Working knowledge of procurement and contract administration. -Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks -Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress -Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback -Does the job require a valid driver's license? - Yes -Intermediate knowledge and application of engineering processes and procedures. -Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks -Carrying (check appropriate weight): Up to 10 lb -Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks -Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks -Intermediate organization and prioritization skills. -Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather -Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces) -Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift) -Intermediate presentation skills. -Intermediate knowledge of other engineering disciplines and intermediate ability to interpret engineering deliverable content as assigned. -Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change -Lifting/pushing/pulling (check appropriate weight): Up to 10 lb -Intermediate decision-making skills. -Effective oral and written communications skills -Intermediate industry knowledge and technology trends. -Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement -Intermediate written and oral communication skills. -Effective at building professional interdepartmental relationships

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About Portland General Electric

-the company began transmitting long‑distance power from Willamette Falls in 1889, a pioneering effort in the region -It operates a diversified fleet—hydro, natural gas, coal, wind and solar—alongside a sizable transmission and distribution network across Oregon -Serving nearly a million retail customers in over 50 cities, it blends generation, wholesale trading, and regulated retail operations -Typical projects include hydroelectric dams like T.W. Sullivan (still active from 1889), wind‑solar‑battery hybrids (e.g., Wheatridge), and transmission line expansions -Unusual facts: it closed Oregon’s last in‑state coal plant early and built one of the first long‑distance AC transmission systems in the U.S.

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