Remote Relay Tester Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

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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