Associate Protection and Control Engineer
ATC is seeking an Associate Protection & Control Engineer to launch an engineering career in the energy industry. This entry-level position involves hands-on experience with protection and control systems, troubleshooting, and collaborating with experienced engineers to ensure the reliability and safety of power systems.
Responsibilities
- Provide first-shift on-call support for break/fix issues and information requests related to relays and remote terminal units (RTUs)
- Diagnose system faults, alarms, and outages, escalating complex issues as needed
- Maintain accurate troubleshooting records and compliance documentation
- Assist with relay and RTU programming under guidance from senior engineers
- Conduct data analysis to identify trends and recommend improvements
- Follow safety protocols and support NERC CIP and cybersecurity requirements
- Work closely with cross-functional teams and participate in on-call rotations
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or EE Technology (or equivalent experience)
- Provide first-shift on-call support for break/fix issues and information requests related to relays and remote terminal units (RTUs)
- Diagnose system faults, alarms, and outages, escalating complex issues as needed
- Maintain accurate troubleshooting records and compliance documentation
- Assist with relay and RTU programming under guidance from senior engineers
- Conduct data analysis to identify trends and recommend improvements
- Follow safety protocols and support NERC CIP and cybersecurity requirements
- Work closely with cross-functional teams and participate in on-call rotations
- Familiarity with control systems (RTUs, PLCs) and protective relaying concepts
- Ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Detail-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Benefits
- Annual incentive bonus
- Employer-sponsored pension plan
- 401(k) match
- HSA contribution
- Life & disability insurance
- Health care benefits
- Generous time off plans
- Flexible work arrangements
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