Protective Relaying Engineering Consultant 2

As a Protective Relaying Engineering Consultant 2 at Sargent & Lundy, your key responsibilities will include performing protection system calculations and analysis, developing relay settings for high voltage substations and transmission lines, and ensuring compliance with NERC PRC standards. You'll also analyze relaying event reports to provide valuable insights to our clients.

To apply for the Protective Relaying Engineering Consultant 2 position at Sargent & Lundy, you need a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, along with at least 10 years of relevant experience in power system protection. Experience with micro-processor based relays, protection software, and compliance evaluations is essential.

For the Protective Relaying Engineering Consultant 2 role at Sargent & Lundy, experience with microprocessor-based relays, transient analysis of power systems, and the use of protection system software like ETAP and SKM is valuable. A Master's Degree and successful completion of the Professional Engineering exam can also enhance your application.

Yes, at Sargent & Lundy, we prioritize the growth of our employees. As a Protective Relaying Engineering Consultant 2, you can take advantage of our tuition assistance program, first professional licensure bonus, and various training opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.

Sargent & Lundy offers a comprehensive benefits package for Protective Relaying Engineering Consultant 2 positions, including medical, dental, and vision plans, paid time off, a 401(k), and much more. Our commitment to employee wellbeing has earned us accolades for our workplace culture and benefits.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects where you performed protection system calculations. Highlight your approach to analysis and any significant challenges you overcame, tying in your experience with relevant software and standards.

Share a detailed experience where you helped a client comply with NERC PRC standards. Include the steps you took, the challenges faced, and the outcomes, showcasing your understanding of industry regulations and processes.

Discuss your methodologies for developing relay settings, including how you assess power system characteristics. Explain your use of industry best practices, and mention any software tools you leverage during the process.

Emphasize your commitment to professional growth by mentioning any relevant courses, certifications, or industry groups you engage with. Discuss how you apply this knowledge in your work as a Protective Relaying Engineering Consultant 2.

Reflect on experiences where you provided guidance or training to junior engineers. Discuss your approach to mentorship and how it contributes to team success and professional development within Sargent & Lundy.

Describe your time management strategies and any tools you use to stay organized. Share examples from your past where you successfully managed overlapping deadlines and ensured project quality.

Mention the specific software tools you've used, such as ETAP, SKM, and others, and discuss how they facilitate your work processes. Illustrate your answer with examples of projects or studies you completed using these tools.

Select a complex topic relevant to the role, like relay coordination, and break it down into simpler components. This will showcase your communication skills and understanding of electrical engineering concepts.

Include specific examples of challenges in your engineering work. Focus on your problem-solving process, how you collaborated with teammates, and the successful outcomes to emphasize your ability to tackle obstacles.

Convey your admiration for Sargent & Lundy’s commitment to employee growth and innovative engineering solutions. Discuss how the company's values align with your career aspirations and how you see yourself contributing to their ongoing success.