September 19, 2024
Electric Energy Jobs

Principal Engineer - Relay Protection Performance

Organization:
DTE Energy
Region:
Canada, Michigan, Detroit
End of contest:
December 15, 2024
Type:
Full time
Category:
Engineer
Description
Job ID:  14006

Job Summary

The senior-level engineer responsible for planning and conducting intermediate to more complex engineering-related activities requiring the use of creative techniques, as well as the application of thorough knowledge of engineering or scientific principles and practice in multiple areas. Incumbents have the authority to makes decisions on engineering problems and methods applicable to the resolution of important issues, which may be complex at times. Participates on and leads teams, as well as develops effective relationships with key decision makers, as needed.

Key Accountabilities

  • Applies strong knowledge and background of engineering and scientific principles and practices in a variety of assignments.
  • Develops, coordinates, and directs critical projects or field engineering assignments that are large or complex.
  • Leads or plays a key role on process improvement teams.
  • Initiates or performs engineering studies, proposing solutions or recommending alternatives.
  • Develop presentations of engineering-related projects to stakeholders.
  • Develop models and analyze data to support improvement programs, techniques, and solutions.
  • Conducts studies and analyses to assist in the resolution of engineering-related issues; may assist with developing engineering standards and practices.
  • Mentors and provides guidance/direction for less experienced engineers.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology and a minimum of 6 years of job-relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Engineering or job-relevant discipline
  • Experience with electro-mechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor-based relays
  • Recent experience with testing, troubleshooting, and analyzing relaying targets and oscillography for electrical system events
  • Knowledge of electrical system equipment functions and operation
  • Experience in reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, including but not limited to reviewing of and validating designs, and updated field mark prints.
  • Experience in supporting field technicians who perform relay-related field commissioning and maintenance activities, along with reviewing of test records and approving equipment for service.
  • Experience with NERC PRC-002-2, PRC-004-6 and PRC-005-6
  • Lead cross-functional teams on equipment operation investigations
  • Assist in the approval of new equipment and the creation of field testing procedures
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs, primarily Excel and Word. 
  • Proficiency in Maximo, and SAP.

Other Requirements

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong time management, prioritization, and organization skills
  • Proficient communication, interpersonal skills, and ability to work as part of highly technical team
  • Proficiency in computer applications relevant for the field
  • Developed planning and continuous improvement skills
  • Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams

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Contact

DTE Energy

2000 2nd Ave

Detroit

Michigan États-Unis

www.dteenergy.com