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GAI Consultants is seeking a Relay Settings Engineer (EIT 2) with protective relay experience for ... Receives mentorship from a licensed engineer. Communication Skills * Possesses basic oral and ...

... protective relay systems in electrical substations with minimal supervision. This role involves using specialized relay testing equipment to ensure system reliability and compliance with engineering ...

... protective relay systems in electrical substations with minimal supervision. This role involves using specialized relay testing equipment to ensure system reliability and compliance with engineering ...

Schedules, coordinates, and instructs SCADA and protective relaying training, as needed. * Write ... OR Bachelors of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Technology or related area and four (4) ...

And our Forward Deployed Engineers are the ones who make it real. Position Overview: This is not a ... We can't wait to hear from you At Relay, we're building something special, and we believe our ...

This position is responsible for the engineering and design requirements for protective relaying to ... Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or other related discipline from an ABET ...

Sr. Relay Technician

Albert Lea, MN · On-site

$55 - $90/hr

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering ... Analyze protection schemes for power circuits and other power system components. * Perform ...

Sr. Relay Technician

Columbus, OH · On-site

$55 - $90/hr

As a NETA accredited independent electrical testing & engineering organization, we set the standard ... Analyze protection schemes for power circuits and other power system components. * Perform ...

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering ... Analyze protection schemes for power circuits and other power system components. * Perform ...

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering ... Analyze protection schemes for power circuits and other power system components. * Perform ...

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering ... Analyze protection schemes for power circuits and other power system components. * Perform ...

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Relay Settings EIT 2

Relay Settings EIT 2

GAI Consultants

Homestead, PA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

GAI Consultants is seeking a Relay Settings Engineer (EIT 2) with protective relay experience for transmission and distribution systems.  The successful candidate will work on various substation and/or protection and control engineering project including detailed design for high voltage substation projects through 500kV, with a focus on "Client First" approach to all interactions. We value work-life balance and offer flexibility – this position can be performed in a hybrid or fully remote capacity.

Job Duties: 

  • Development of Protective Relay Settings for microprocessor relays including: SEL, GE, ABB and others. For both transmission line relays (line differential, Step distance and Pilot Schemes) and Substation relays (Capacitor Banks, Transformers and Buses)  
  • Conduct short circuit analysis and relay coordination studies using Aspen OneLiner and/or PSS CAPE.
  • Utilize SEL AcSELerator Quickset and GE EnerVista software
  • Implementation of control and protection schemes including interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams and preparing relay logic to complete the schemes.
  • Mentoring and managing staff at all levels.
  • Managing tasks on multiple projects in accordance with GAI’s high standards of project management.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities using sound engineering and financial judgment to determine optimal solutions.
  • Must be flexible to handle shifting deadlines and scope changes.
  • Must have resource management skills and the ability to identify project barriers and mitigate them without schedule impacts.

Travel: 

  • 10% to job sites or client meetings as needed. 

General Characteristics

  • Acquires fundamental knowledge and develops skills in a specific practice area through mentored experience. 
  • Applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks as part of a broader assignment. 

Minimum Years of Experience

  • 2+ 

Education

  • B.S. or M.S. Engineering

Certification/Licensure

  • Passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and obtained engineer-in-training (EIT) or engineering-intern (EI) certification.

Technical Responsibilities

  • Performs basic design tasks.
  • Assists on tasks such as: field activities, material testing, CADD work, permit applications, and report writing.

Project and Task Management

  • Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope.
  • No managerial responsibilities at this level.

Management Responsibility

  • Receives close supervision on most aspects of assignments, particularly on difficult problems, and a general review of all aspects of work.
  • Receives mentorship from a licensed engineer.

Communication Skills

  • Possesses basic oral and written communication skills.
  • Engages in few project stakeholder interactions.

Why GAI?   

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth. 

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:   

  • Competitive salary -GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire) 
  • New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program  
  • Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
  • 401k company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement 

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About GAI Consultants

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GAI Consultants is an employee-owned corporation offering comprehensive engineering, planning, and environmental consulting services to diverse industry sectors, located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in the United States. The company operates in the field of engineering consulting and provides sustainable and economically-viable solutions to clients ranging from bridge design, community planning, to industrial facilities, ecological studies, and more. GAI Consultants was founded in 1958 and, over more than six decades, has grown significantly with a strong commitment to advancing clients' projects and contributing to community development. The firm operates on the core values of integrity, client satisfaction, quality, and workforce development, all of which raises the bar on client service and project excellence, ultimately contributing to the company’s mission, which is 'to create and deliver superior, innovative consulting solutions that enrich the lives of our people and enhance the world we live in.'

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Pittsburgh, PA, US

Year founded

1958

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