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Testing and Protection EngineerAES Corporation • Indianapolis, IN, United States
Testing and Protection Engineer

Testing and Protection Engineer

AES Corporation • Indianapolis, IN, United States
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE : AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries , AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work , you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.

AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023 , we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24 / 7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.

If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

This position is on the AES Indiana Relay / SCADA team, responsible for installing and maintaining protective relay and SCADA systems in IPL's substations (4kV - 345kV) and power plants. The role supports Relay / SCADA technicians and manages engineering equipment replacement / upgrade projects of limited scope.

Basic Requirements :

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline from an ABET accredited college / university.
  • Five (5) to eight (8) years of progressively responsible engineering experience.
  • Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in Protective Relaying or SCADA systems on electric utility transmission and distribution systems and at power plants.

Preferred Skills :

  • Relay setting development experience on both transmission and distribution systems
  • Ability to perform relay coordination studies and experience with short circuit modeling software (e.g., ASPEN OneLiner)
  • Experience in substation RTU / SCADA configurations and knowledge of DNP3, ModBus and SEL protocols
  • Familiarity with SEL and GE relays and associated software
  • Electric utility T&D engineering or operations related experience
  • Knowledge of NERC reliability standards (PRC and CIP)
  • Positive attitude and priority for safe and reliable operations
  • Ability to be agile in order to switch between different tasks as field support is needed
  • Experience in the design, maintenance and testing of substation equipment
  • Ability to participate in after-hours callouts to provide technical and operational guidance in support of system emergencies
  • Strong skills in reading engineering drawings and specifications
  • Understanding of various protection schemes for proper checkout techniques
  • Strong substation P&C and power equipment troubleshooting skills
  • Relevant experience in substation field engineering services and technical support for the construction, testing, and commissioning of substation equipment up to and including 345kV.
  • Professional Engineering License
  • Key Responsibilities :

  • Perform relay setting coordination studies
  • Develop RTU / SCADA configurations
  • Evaluate relay performance following system events
  • Investigate and resolve protection and control system operation issues
  • Create and revise electrical substation control schemes and wiring diagrams
  • Provide field engineering services and technical support for the maintenance, construction, testing, and commissioning of substation equipment up to and including 345kV prior to it being released to transmission operations
  • Maintain a safe workplace for coworkers and the community based on developing knowledge of potential hazards, industry regulations / requirements, and company practices
  • Develop commissioning guides, review and approve test results and isolation plans, and develop energization plans to minimize system risk during energization of equipment
  • Assist in the development of new or modification of existing maintenance practices to address changing technology, new equipment types, improved test and diagnostic methods, regulatory changes, etc
  • NERC O&P and CIP subject matter expert to lead team to required testing, documentation and improvements to documentation process
  • Provide emergency technical support following substation equipment failures to support customer restoration and system reinforcement
  • Communicate across multi-disciplined teams to ensure successful and timely project completion
  • AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and / or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice : AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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