Senior Controls Engineer jobs at Hoosier Energy - 4 jobs

This position is responsible for leading the efforts of the Protection & Control Engineering team in all aspects of the design, installation, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the P&C systems. The P&C Engineering team analyzes electric system events, assists in designing, reviewing, and modernizing P&C schemes, commissions new T&D equipment, performs maintenance in accordance with NERC and NIPSCO standards, and provides technical support to other engineering and operations departments. The Supervising Engineer directs field work that occurs in an industrial setting with exposure to high voltage, electromagnetic fields, and hazardous materials. Work schedule can include extended hours and overnight stays out of the area. Personnel are subject to 24/7 emergency call out. Essential Functions Sets the example for safety, best practices, work ethic, and company values for the P&C Engineering team Provides leadership and technical direction for all P&C capital and maintenance projects Provides technical expertise for scoping and planning future capital projects Ensures field engineers are progressing by providing clear goals aligned with company values, conducting performance reviews, visiting job sites, inspecting work, and coaching employees Ensures that field engineers are maintaining uniform and safe testing practices Provides coaching to field engineers concerning rules and procedures that insure safe working conditions. Collaborates with operations and field engineers to resolve transmission and distribution system problems. Investigates and documents system interruptions by utilizing the DFRs, relay event files, SERs, EMS system, relay settings, control prints, and field engineers Responsible for ensuring that internal engineering and external engineering firms abide by company standards of control scheme logic, relay settings, and P&C drawings Reviews the design of substation grounding systems and recommends improvements. Provides technical assistance and engineering services to various departments within the company as well as industrial and commercial customers. Coordinates relay maintenance program activities and maintains all associated databases Interfaces with neighboring utilities concerning maintenance and troubleshooting of protective relay equipment on common circuits. Maintains relay, regulator control, and recloser control replacement parts inventory and issues purchase requisitions for parts or repairs as required. Ensures that protective relay standards and NIPSCO electric standards are up-to-date Inventories, budgets, and orders the instruments and tools required by the field engineering staff. Prepares capital budget items for protection and control system improvements to insure continued electric system reliability. Coordinates the maintenance and upkeep of all substation schematic and wiring diagrams, associated engineering records and computer databases. Leads a qualified team of at least two or more full time employees and has the authority to hire, terminate, coach, develop, promote, demote and performance manage members of the team. Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications for Position Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or in Electric Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program 4+ years' experience in electric power system protection and control operations and maintenance. These skills are typically gained as a Level 3 or Senior Protection & Control Engineer. Specific knowledge and understanding of Protection & Control principles. Able to provide P&C training across the organization for NERC PRC-001 compliance. High Comprehensive knowledge of T&D system configurations and substation operations High Able to direct the design of protection & control schemes for new substations or renovation projects. Able to perform drawing reviews to ensure strict adherence to P&C standards. Provides guidance and support to external design firms High Skilled ability to work with customers, contractors, and internal teams on complex P&C designs. Medium Skilled ability to analyze and troubleshoot protection & control schemes across a broad spectrum. Medium Skilled in the ability to analyze system events and provide detailed summary reports to operational teams High Comprehensive mastery of engineering PC applications (AutoCad, Meridian, SEL AcSELerator, RTS, Powerbase, WebFG) Medium Knowledgeable with Protective Relay Management Systems (Cascade, Powerbase, and RTS) Medium Ability to perform P&C scoping for complex capital improvement projects Medium Knowledge of electrical engineering principles including: 3-phase circuit theory, energy systems, electronics theory and equipment troubleshooting concepts. High Ability to read and interpret electric schematic and wiring diagrams, operate electrical test and measurement equipment and accurately interpret results. High Communication and motivation skills to lead technical personnel. High Knowledge of safety policies/procedures, material/supply systems, and electric/material standards. Medium Knowledge of Capital and O/M budgeting systems. Low Knowledge of engineering PC applications. Medium Knowledge of supervisory principles for coaching and mentoring personnel. Medium Valid driver's license Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position 1+ year Prior supervisory experience. Professional Engineer (PE) License Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI Physical Demands Standing - Constantly Walking - Constantly Lifting - Constantly Carrying - Constantly Pushing - Constantly Pulling - Constantly Climbing - Constantly Balancing - Constantly Stooping - Constantly Kneeling - Constantly Crouching - Constantly Crawling - Frequently Reaching - Constantly Handling - Constantly Grasping - Constantly Feeling - Constantly Talking - Frequently Hearing - Frequently Repetitive Motions - Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position. As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations. Work Authorization Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. Workplace Connection Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners. Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds. Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment. Equal Employment Opportunity NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle. By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities. ADA Accommodations If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at ****************** or ************** Safety Statement Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits. E-Verify NiSource participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program. As part of this process, we provide the following notices to all job applicants: These documents inform you of your rights and responsibilities under U.S. law. You can view or download them using the links below: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish Right to Work Poster (English and Spanish) If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away Salary Range*: $113,500.00 - $170,300.00 *The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity. Posting Start Date: 2026-01-22 Posting End Date (if applicable): 2026-02-02Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.