Technical Specialist 2

GAI Consultants is seeking a Relay Settings Technical Specialist with protective relay experience for transmission and distribution systems. The successful candidate will work on various substation and protection and control engineering projects, including detailed design for high-voltage substation projects up to 500kV, with a focus on a "Client First" approach.

Responsibilities

• Development of Protective Relay Settings for microprocessor relays including SEL, GE, ABB, and others for:
  • Transmission line relays (line differential, step distance, and pilot schemes)
  • Substation relays (capacitor banks, transformers, and buses)
• Conduct short circuit analysis and relay coordination studies using Aspen OneLiner and/or PSS CAPE.
• Utilize SEL AcSELerator Quickset and GE EnerVista software.
• Implement control and protection schemes, including interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams, and preparing relay logic.
• Mentor and manage staff at all levels.
• Manage tasks on multiple projects in accordance with GAI’s high standards of project management.
• Manage competing priorities using sound engineering and financial judgment to determine optimal solutions.
• Handle shifting deadlines and scope changes with flexibility.
• Identify project barriers and mitigate them without schedule impacts.
• Travel 10% to job sites or client meetings as needed.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in protective relay settings or related field.
• B.S. in Engineering or other technical degree.
• Performs basic design tasks and assists with field activities, material testing, CADD work, permit applications, and report writing.
• Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope.
• Receives close supervision on most aspects of assignments, particularly on difficult problems, with general review of all work.
• Attains mentored experience from a licensed engineer.
• Basic oral and written communication skills.
• Professionalism and respectful inclusion in the workplace.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and performance-driven recognition bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness plans:
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
• Meaningful work-life balance:
  • Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
  • An additional floating holiday
  • Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Growth, learning, and financial security:
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Support and rewards for professional development and certifications