Eng Staff Electrical

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in the design phase for both minor and major projects, performing load flow, short circuit, relay coordination, arc flash, motor start, and harmonic studies utilizing Windmil or ETAP software.
• Develop and validate protective relay programs for SEL or Multilin relays (651R/710/351/751/387/787), and oversee or assist with relay testing via current injection using Doble. Establish settings for low voltage circuit breakers and prepare protection coordination studies with ETAP or EasyPower.
• Offer expertise for solid state power electronic devices, including low and medium voltage soft starts, variable frequency drives (480V to 12.47kV), and excitation controls for large synchronous motors.
• Conduct system modeling to optimize efficiency, employing capacitor banks and voltage regulators within power distribution networks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Advanced proficiency in electrical systems
• Experience Requirements
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in electrical engineering
• At least 5 years of direct field experience
• Valid driver's license
• Skills & Competencies
• Extensive background in commissioning electrical projects and substations up to 230kV, as well as switchgear from 2.4kV to 24.9kV
• Knowledge of power electronics and motor controls, encompassing variable frequency drives, soft starts, and across-the-line starters
• Expertise in relay settings and programming for distribution feeders, transmission lines, transformers, reclosers, and motors, including proficiency programming Schweitzer relays
• Experience with large motors (exceeding 5,000 HP) and synchronous motors
• Exceptional communication skills-verbal, written, listening, and presentation
• Strong analytical capabilities with proven effectiveness in resolving highly complex issues
• Familiarity with root cause analysis related to electrical failures
• Thorough understanding of electrical safety standards as outlined in NFPA 70E
• Practical knowledge in calculating arc flash hazards using IEEE 1584 guidelines
• Skilled in load transfer and switching at voltages from 480 volts to 230,000 volts, including development of field-ready switching procedures.
• Knowledge of symmetrical components and fault analysis.
• Additional Information
• This position is primarily field-based, requiring over 60% of working hours to be spent in the field. Assignments may involve travel up to 200 miles from the home location; however, it is anticipated that the employee will return home nearly every day.
• Needs ability to work efficiently without direct supervision.
• Company car will be provided for field work and daily commute.
• Recruitment Fraud
• Oxy does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruiting process. We will never:
• Ask you to pay for applications, interviews, meetings, processing, training or for

Benefits

Additional Information

Oxy produces , markets and transports oil and natural gas to maximize value and provide resources fundamental to life. The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower-carbon technologies and products. Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, Middle East and North Africa. To learn more, visit Oxy Oxy strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business. Operation Electrical Engineer: The Operational Electrical Engineer is responsible for providing comprehensive support for all field electrical infrastructure. Duties include the operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, project support, and ongoing enhancement of electrical systems and equipment.

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