{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8a3cb8b93c9fdd666ff1f112","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8a3cb8b93c9fdd666ff1f112","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8a3cb8b93c9fdd666ff1f112","title":"TEMP Electrical Engineer, Operations","description":"Pattern Energy is a renewable energy company focused on wind and transmission assets across North America, Canada, and Latin America.\n\nResponsibilities\nJOB PURPOSE\n\nThe purpose of the Regulatory Compliance Engineer role is to provide technical input in support of Pattern’s generation asset operations and maintenance program to ensure the safety and reliability of Pattern’s operational fleet with requirements from various regulatory agencies such as State, Federal, and regional agencies. This involves staying abreast of and developing and communicating new technical standards and best practices to improve efficiency and ensure a best‑in‑class operational generation fleet.\n\nKey Accountabilities\n\nFor Operational Projects:\n\nProvide technical support to the Regulatory Compliance programs of Pattern’s operating fleet of wind farms\n\nManage static and dynamic model updates, utilizing OEMs and third‑party consultants.\n\nManage Pattern’s arc flash hazard assessment (AFHA) program, including assessment updates and revisions.\n\nWork with peers in EHS and Field Ops to standardize AFHA inputs and outputs across Pattern’s operating fleet.\n\nProtection system maintenance & testing relevant.\n\nMeter calibration & testing review results.\n\nBOP Equipment Maintenance, Testing & Repair: Circuit Breakers, Transformers, Disconnect Switches, Transmission Lines, Underground collection systems, etc. (BOP Engineering).\n\nShort Circuit Modeling (eTAP relevant, through 3rd parties).\n\nStrong understanding of PSS/e, PSCAD, TSAT & EMT models (may or may not be strong).\n\nProtection System Coordination.\n\nInverter‑Based Resource control system operations including Voltage Regulation, Frequency Response & Real Power control.\n\nInverter‑Based Generation Dynamic Response operations.\n\nAnalysis of electrical operational data: protection system assertion files, high‑speed operational data relevant as part of evaluation of missed operations with Electrical Engineering team.\n\nUnderstand Arc Flash / OSHA requirements to ensure safety of personnel performing work on equipment.\n\nQualifications\nEducation/Experience/Qualifications\n\nA bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience is required.\n\nAt least 2 years’ experience with an electrical utility in an engineering role.\n\nRelevant experience in power generation or transmission/distribution utility engineering and/or field operations is preferred.\n\nStrong technical capabilities and a creative, curious, self‑driven work ethic.\n\nAbility to travel as needed (up to 30% travel).\n\nTechnical Skills\n\nAdvanced knowledge of medium- and high‑voltage turbine and substation electrical equipment and operations; knowledge of, and ability to apply, pertinent industry standards and codes, including those of the Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE), National Electric Safety Code (NESC), and ANSI (American National Standards Institute); familiarity with programming and operation of microprocessor relays.\n\nAble to quickly assess emergency situations and requirements, and to develop and implement appropriate action plans.\n\nAble to extract and analyze relay settings, event data, and oscillography from all SEL, GE, ABB and Siemens relays.\n\nAble to occasionally perform physical requirements including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and climbing at project locations.\n\nAble to perform and review electrical discipline mathematical calculations and protection designs, interfacing closely with Engineering and Construction teams and consultants to ensure proper protection system design and operation.\n\nAble to read and understand plans, specifications, drawings, and documents relating to engineering and construction, including one‑line diagrams, three‑line diagrams, and wiring diagrams.\n\nPATTERN ENERGY GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Pattern Energy Group","rawCompany":"pattern energy group","city":"Houston","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-17T04:11:53.111Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"17-3023.00","title":"Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians","slug":"electrical-and-electronic-engineering-technologists-and-technicians"},{"code":"17-2199.03","title":"Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar","slug":"energy-engineers-except-wind-and-solar"}],"industries":[{"code":"221118","title":"Other Electric Power Generation","slug":"other-electric-power-generation"},{"code":"221115","title":"Wind Electric Power Generation","slug":"wind-electric-power-generation"},{"code":"221121","title":"Electric Bulk Power Transmission and Control","slug":"electric-bulk-power-transmission-and-control"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"TEMP Electrical Engineer, Operations","description":"Pattern Energy is a renewable energy company focused on wind and transmission assets across North America, Canada, and Latin America.\n\nResponsibilities\nJOB PURPOSE\n\nThe purpose of the Regulatory Compliance Engineer role is to provide technical input in support of Pattern’s generation asset operations and maintenance program to ensure the safety and reliability of Pattern’s operational fleet with requirements from various regulatory agencies such as State, Federal, and regional agencies. This involves staying abreast of and developing and communicating new technical standards and best practices to improve efficiency and ensure a best‑in‑class operational generation fleet.\n\nKey Accountabilities\n\nFor Operational Projects:\n\nProvide technical support to the Regulatory Compliance programs of Pattern’s operating fleet of wind farms\n\nManage static and dynamic model updates, utilizing OEMs and third‑party consultants.\n\nManage Pattern’s arc flash hazard assessment (AFHA) program, including assessment updates and revisions.\n\nWork with peers in EHS and Field Ops to standardize AFHA inputs and outputs across Pattern’s operating fleet.\n\nProtection system maintenance & testing relevant.\n\nMeter calibration & testing review results.\n\nBOP Equipment Maintenance, Testing & Repair: Circuit Breakers, Transformers, Disconnect Switches, Transmission Lines, Underground collection systems, etc. (BOP Engineering).\n\nShort Circuit Modeling (eTAP relevant, through 3rd parties).\n\nStrong understanding of PSS/e, PSCAD, TSAT & EMT models (may or may not be strong).\n\nProtection System Coordination.\n\nInverter‑Based Resource control system operations including Voltage Regulation, Frequency Response & Real Power control.\n\nInverter‑Based Generation Dynamic Response operations.\n\nAnalysis of electrical operational data: protection system assertion files, high‑speed operational data relevant as part of evaluation of missed operations with Electrical Engineering team.\n\nUnderstand Arc Flash / OSHA requirements to ensure safety of personnel performing work on equipment.\n\nQualifications\nEducation/Experience/Qualifications\n\nA bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience is required.\n\nAt least 2 years’ experience with an electrical utility in an engineering role.\n\nRelevant experience in power generation or transmission/distribution utility engineering and/or field operations is preferred.\n\nStrong technical capabilities and a creative, curious, self‑driven work ethic.\n\nAbility to travel as needed (up to 30% travel).\n\nTechnical Skills\n\nAdvanced knowledge of medium- and high‑voltage turbine and substation electrical equipment and operations; knowledge of, and ability to apply, pertinent industry standards and codes, including those of the Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE), National Electric Safety Code (NESC), and ANSI (American National Standards Institute); familiarity with programming and operation of microprocessor relays.\n\nAble to quickly assess emergency situations and requirements, and to develop and implement appropriate action plans.\n\nAble to extract and analyze relay settings, event data, and oscillography from all SEL, GE, ABB and Siemens relays.\n\nAble to occasionally perform physical requirements including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and climbing at project locations.\n\nAble to perform and review electrical discipline mathematical calculations and protection designs, interfacing closely with Engineering and Construction teams and consultants to ensure proper protection system design and operation.\n\nAble to read and understand plans, specifications, drawings, and documents relating to engineering and construction, including one‑line diagrams, three‑line diagrams, and wiring diagrams.\n\nPATTERN ENERGY GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-06-17T04:11:53.111Z","dateModified":"2026-06-17T04:11:53.111Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Pattern Energy Group","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Houston","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"8a3cb8b93c9fdd666ff1f112"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8a3cb8b93c9fdd666ff1f112"}}