Under general supervision, the candidate is responsible for the development, maintenance, and publishing of Protection & Control (P&C) standards for Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Substations. This role drives technical consistency across PPL Corporation’s diverse operating companies, including PPL Electric Utilities, Rhode Island Energy, Louisville Gas and Electric, and Kentucky Utilities. The candidate must be a safety-conscious, self-motivated professional who can apply innovative problem-solving and creative thinking to develop novel engineering solutions. Superior communication and presentation skills are essential, as the candidate will frequently consult with cross-functional teams to implement these standards.
Responsibilities:o Develop, maintain, and update engineering (P&C) standards for T&D substations to align with industry best practices.
o Develop, maintain, and update standard relay files and logic diagrams.
o Test control logic in a laboratory environment.
o Identify improvement opportunities and recommend enhanced methods.
o Research and benchmark industry trends, including emerging technologies.
o Maintain active engagement in industry events and incorporate relevant best practices and new technologies.
o Develop RFPs and evaluate proposals from consultants supporting standards engineering work on behalf of PPL.
o Manage engineering contractors as needed and work effectively within a diverse team environment.
o Visit manufacturer facilities, as requested, to inspect and accept new substation equipment.
o Collaborate with project teams to review standard deviation requests arising during design or construction.
o Serve as a technical consultant on applicable codes, regulations, and company standards.
o Reinforce a strong safety culture through leadership and constructive behaviors.
o Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
o Comply with all applicable policies and standards.
o Travel is required on an occasional basis
Engineer II:
- ABET Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 2 years of engineering experience. Utility system operator experience will also be counted as engineering experience.
Engineer III:
- ABET Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 5 years of engineering experience, or a master’s degree in engineering plus 3 years of engineering experience, or a PhD in Engineering plus 2 years of engineering experience. Utility system operator experience will also be counted as engineering experience.
Principal Engineer:
- ABET Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 10 years of engineering experience, or a master’s degree in engineering plus 8 years of engineering experience, or a PhD in Engineering plus 7 years of engineering experience. Utility system operator experience will be counted as engineering experience for this position.