Principal Engineer - Relay Protection Performance

Overview

Senior engineer leading relay protection performance projects and analysis

Key Responsibilities

• process improvement
• project management
• equipment approval
• data modeling
• cross‑functional leadership
• engineering studies

Tasks

-Leads or plays key role on process improvement teams. -Develops, coordinates, and directs critical projects or field engineering assignments that are large or complex. -Assist in the approval of new equipment and the creation of field testing procedures -Mentors and provides guidance/direction for less experienced engineers. -Develops models and analyzes data to support improvement programs, techniques and solutions. -Lead cross-functional teams on equipment operation investigations -Conducts studies and analyses to assist in the resolution of engineering-related issues; may assist with developing engineering standards and practices. -Initiates or performs engineering studies, proposing solutions or recommending alternatives. -Develops presentations of engineering-related projects to stakeholders. -Principal level engineer responsible for planning and conducting intermediate to more complex engineering related activities requiring the use of creative techniques, as well as application of thorough knowledge of engineering or scientific principles and practice in multiple areas. Incumbents have the authority to makes decisions on engineering problems and methods applicable to the resolution of important issues, which may be complex at times. Participates on and leads teams, as well as develops effective relationships with key decision makers, as needed.

Requirements

• excel
• relays
• nerc
• maximo
• sap
• master's

What You Bring

-Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs, primarily Excel and Word. -Experience in supporting field technicians who perform relay-related field commissioning and maintenance activities, along with reviewing of test records and approving equipment for service. -Experience with electro-mechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor-based relays -Strong time management, prioritization, and organization skills -Master's Degree in Engineering or job-relevant discipline -Proficiency in computer applications relevant for field -Experience in reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, including but not limited to reviewing of and validating designs, and updated field mark prints. -Experience with NERC PRC-002-2, PRC-004-6 and PRC-005-6 -Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology and a minimum of 6 years of job relevant experience -Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills -Knowledge of electrical system equipment functions and operation -Recent experience with testing, troubleshooting, and analyzing relaying targets and oscillography for electrical system events -Proficiency in Maximo, and SAP. -Ability to lead cross-functional teams -Developed planning and continuous improvement skills -Applies strong knowledge and background of engineering and scientific principles and practices in a variety of assignments. -Strong analytical and problem solving skills

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About Dte Energy

-Operates one of Michigan’s largest electric utilities, serving customers with a diverse energy mix including coal, nuclear, natural gas, hydro, and renewables. -Runs a major natural gas utility providing to customers, backed by extensive storage wells and pipeline infrastructure. -Beyond utilities, it advances industrial energy solutions, renewable natural gas, energy marketing, and trading through non‑utility segments. -Projects range from grid modernization—like smart reclosers and underground cables—to utility-scale wind, solar parks, and landfill gas‑to‑energy facilities. -Unusual facts: it operates one of the nation’s top coal‑fired stations, Monroe Power Plant.

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