Section Manager - Central Engineering, Transmission Relay Protection
Con Edison
Lead design, implementation, and maintenance of transmission relay protection systems.
22 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
New York, NY
Office Full-Time
Company Size
15,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Construction services
Project Management
Technical Services
Design
Turnkey
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Electric Utility
Gas Utility
Steam Service
Energy Transmission
Natural Gas Transmission
Electric Transmission
Regulated Utilities
Energy Delivery
Role
What you would be doing
relay design
protection settings
technical training
budget management
guideline development
emergency response
- Oversee the issuance of Relay Protection Summaries for new and upgraded systems, and update the Tele-Protection Matrix and Automatic Reclosing Tabulation as needed based on project-driven changes.
- Arrange for technical training sessions when needed and/or as opportunity permits.
- Provide technical expertise in discipline of responsibility, respond and resolve field issues, support operating groups, including Business Continuity drills and participate in CERC during corporate emergencies guiding the analysis of system events.
- Lead the design of new and upgraded protective relaying systems for transmission facilities, including distribution substationsselecting relaying schemes, approving equipment, reviewing engineering drawings, and issuing relay settings.
- Manage Clearing and O&M budgets, track performance against KPIs and goals, allocate resources effectively, and represent the company on engineering and technical committees.
- Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses
- Develop, review, and maintain engineering guidelines, standards, specifications and procedures.
- Foster teamwork and open communication both internally within the section and externally with stakeholders in other organizations and outside entities.
- Develops and delivers effective presentations
- Promote workplace diversity while leading and managing team members, fostering their technical and professional development through mentorship, performance guidance, and growth opportunities.
- Develop and manage activities of outside consultants and ensure procedures and controls are implemented and followed.
- Participate and represent the company on engineering and technical industry committees.
- Participate in periodic Relay Operation Review meetings attended by Central Operation executives, directors, and managers with emphasis on upcoming project work intended to improve the performance of relaying systems.
- Coordinate activities with other sections and provide supervision and guidance to section personnel in executing assigned functions.
- Promote integrity, honesty, professionalism, and excellence while ensuring adherence to proper housekeeping practices.
- 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.
What you bring
microsoft office
electrical engineering
pe
control systems
protective relaying
leadership
- Computer proficiency to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), required.
- Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. excessive heat and/or cold
- Demonstrated problem solving skills
- Strong leadership, organizational, and analytical abilities, required.
- Ability to travel to company locations to work on storm restoration and heat contingencies
- Strong written, verbal, presentation communication skills, and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with personnel on all levels and be able to motivate employees, required.
- Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents
- Must be able to respond to emergencies 24/7 as required by system conditions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Master's Degree with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 6 years of applicable experience in control systems and/or protective relaying.
- Professional Engineer (PE) Preferred
- Driver's License Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and 8 years of applicable experience in control systems and/or protective relaying, or
- Ability to lead/manage others
- Proven expertise in engineering codes, specification development, project and workflow management, required.
- Previous supervisory experience and/or project or team lead experience, required.
- Ability to analyze and interpret financial data
- Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments
- Ability to work in adverse conditions that include, noise, confined spaces, and high elevations
- Excellent organizational skills
- Demonstrates a solid understanding of analytical techniques for designing and setting protective relaying systems, including short circuit analysis and relay coordination to detect electrical disturbances and ensure rapid isolation of faults, required.
- Electrical Engineering educational background and 8 years of applicable experience in control systems and/or protective relaying, required.
- Ability to represent the company with external constituents
- Ability to work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces)
- Ability to respond to system emergencies
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.
- Ability to build strong customer relationships
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Company
Overview
Since 1824
Year Founded
The company was established in 1824, marking the beginning of its long-standing commitment to serving New York City.
- A cornerstone of New York City's energy landscape, delivering electric, gas, and steam services.
- Investing in smart grid technology, clean energy solutions, and reliable infrastructure to meet modern demands.
- Focused on sustainability and cutting-edge energy technologies to support a greener future for NYC.
- Pioneering projects like energy storage, renewable energy integration, and sustainable energy solutions.
- Ensuring the city’s vital infrastructure remains strong, with a reputation for reliability in both residential and commercial sectors.
- We are committed to providing excellent customer service and meeting customer needs.
- We act with honesty and transparency in all interactions.
- We prioritize the safety of our employees, customers, and communities.
- We foster a culture of innovation and embrace new ideas to improve operations.
- We aim to reduce our environmental impact through resource conservation and responsible operations.
2040
Net Zero Target
The company aims to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by this year.
2023
Carbon Intensity Drop
Significant reduction in carbon intensity and increased renewable energy usage achieved by this year.
- Invested in clean energy technologies, including solar, wind, and battery storage.
- Committed to reducing carbon emissions and supporting energy efficiency programs.
- Made major strides in grid modernization to enable greater renewable energy integration.
25%
Women in Leadership Roles
This figure highlights the current percentage of women holding leadership positions within the organization.
- The organization aims to increase the representation of women and underrepresented groups in leadership roles.
- The company has set clear diversity goals for recruitment and retention.
- The organization supports employee resource groups focused on various identities and backgrounds.
- The company promotes equal opportunity in hiring and career development.
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