System Protection Engineer I - IV or Principal Engineer

Position Overview

TNMP is seeking a System Protection Engineer (levels I – IV or Principal Engineer) to perform complex engineering projects in a safe, effective, efficient, and economic manner. This role within the System Protection department is posted until filled.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform short circuit, overcurrent, and distance coordination studies using ASPEN Oneliner.
• Calculate and develop protective relay settings for new projects and/or modify existing settings to maintain system reliability.
• Analyze system disturbances and recommend mitigation plans in compliance with NERC PRC-004.
• Act as a subject matter expert on assigned NERC and/or CIP compliance standards.
• Review one-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, and other relay design deliverables.
• Ensure all work is performed in adherence to company standards as well as NERC and CIP compliance requirements.
• Provide technical support and direction to field personnel as needed.
• Train less experienced staff and participate in peer reviews.
• Communicate engineering ideas, recommendations, and evaluations to diverse internal and external audiences.
• Represent the company’s interests in advanced engineering matters.
• Apply extensive engineering expertise to develop or improve standards.
• Provide technical direction to contractors and company personnel on an as-needed basis.
• Perform all work safely and in a timely manner.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college/university.
• Experience Required:For Engineer I – one to three years related experience (preferred); Engineer II – two or more years of engineering experience with at least one year accompanied by a FE certificate or a master's degree; Engineer III – four or more years of engineering experience with at least three years with a FE certificate or a master's degree; Engineer IV – five to seven years of engineering experience; Principal Engineer – ten or more years of engineering experience with at least nine years with a master's degree and a required Professional Engineer license.
• Must possess a current, legally valid driver's license and meet the company's driving record requirements.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, ability to read and interpret technical documents, and a strong safety-conscious work ethic in high voltage (up to 345kV) environments.
• Ability to interpret and apply national, state, and local codes and standards (such as IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NESC, etc.) along with effective communication and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Qualifications: Experience with short circuit studies software such as ASPEN Oneliner or CAPE is preferred.
• Qualifications: A focused or advanced degree in power system engineering is preferred.
• Qualifications: Possession of a Professional Engineer License is preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision
• Benefits: 401k company match
• Benefits: Separate company paid 401k contribution
• Benefits: Sign-on bonus and/or relocation may be offered
• Salary: based on experience