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Protection and Control Design Engineer

Job Overview

• You will work on designing and ensuring the safety and reliability of the company's electric grid, including substations and power lines. You'll collaborate with various teams to solve technical issues and troubleshoot problems.

Responsibilities

• Design Systems: Create systems that protect and control the electrical network, using standards and past experiences.

• Specify Equipment: Choose the right equipment for substations to ensure they work safely and reliably.

• Analyze Data: Collect and study data about the electrical system to meet new requirements and report to regulatory agencies.

• Develop Diagrams: Create diagrams that show how the protection systems should be set up.

• Plan Projects: Outline project details and costs to help with long-term planning and budgeting.

• Support Teams: Help operations and construction teams with troubleshooting and technical issues.

• Review Drawings: Check technical drawings to make sure installations meet all requirements.

• Improve Systems: Suggest and create alternative designs to improve system performance.

• Guide Technicians: Oversee the work of designers and technicians to ensure compliance with safety rules and regulations.

• Site Visits: Visit project sites to gather information, troubleshoot, and ensure proper setup.

Qualifications

• ABET accredited Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.

• Knowledge of engineering principles, advanced math, and electric power systems.

• Ability to read and create technical diagrams.

• Experience with fault analysis software and communication relay schemes is preferred.

• Other Requirements: Must be dependable, detail-oriented, and able to work well with others. Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and databases is needed. A valid driver's license is required.

Work Environment

• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm, with some flexibility.

• Occasional travel between offices in Wichita and Topeka, KS.

• Some fieldwork in substations and construction sites.

• May require extra hours depending on workload and project deadlines.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $64000.00 - $181000.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Wichita,KS.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 13, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.