US-Based PE Required: Protection, Control and Auxiliary Systems Review for 345kV Substation

@cesur135

As an experienced Electrical Engineer with a focus on automation, I have a proven track record of successful project management and systems design implementation in various large-scale industries, notably wastewater and water treatment plants. These projects demanded meticulous attention to detail, a thorough understanding of the intricacies of industrial automation, and strict compliance to regulatory needs such as those required in the utility sector where you operate. In addition to my ability to expertly navigate software such as Siemens TIA Portal, Simatic Manager, and Honeywell DCS C200 among others, which aligns with your SCADA and communication requirements; I am also familiar with using SIEMENS Eplan P8 V2.6 for drawing electrical projects just like you require, ensuring both a fluency in technology tools and documentations. Moreover, from my detailed profile, it's clear that I have previously worked on planning control schemes for industrial enterprise ventilation systems similar to your AC/DC auxiliary design specification. My broad exposure to ABB & SIEMENS drivers and utilizing OMRON & HONEYWELL PLCs will also come in handy in your review of the breaker failure logic and current summation for line protection essential aspects of your project.

@Ryan15222

Hello, Your project involves highly specialized US utility-grade substation engineering with strict PE licensing and protection & control requirements. While my background is focused on mechanical systems engineering, embedded systems integration, CAD development, and electromechanical product design, I want to be transparent that I do not hold a US Professional Engineer (PE) license and would therefore not be suitable for the lead advisory/review role you described. However, I do have experience supporting engineering development workflows involving: - Electrical/mechanical integration - CAD assemblies and control enclosure layouts - Cable routing and system packaging - Technical documentation and BOM development - Infrastructure-oriented electromechanical systems Given the importance of IEEE/NERC compliance, breaker-and-a-half protection philosophy, relay coordination, SCADA architecture, and utility-grade review responsibilities, this engagement would be best handled by a licensed US-based power systems PE with direct HV substation P&C experience. I appreciate the detailed project description and wish you success with the development of the 345kV substation program. Best regards,

@abdf2010

Hey, your project, US-Based PE Required: Protection, Control and project looks like a great fit for my skills. I've worked on similar Electrical Engineering projects and can deliver solid results. Let me know if you'd like to chat about the approach.

@oleksiir2

Hi there, I've already rich experience in that project and looking for reviewing your project. Thanks,

@husam46

Hello, I’m a US-based electrical engineer with extensive experience supporting high-voltage substation protection & control projects, including 230kV–500kV utility infrastructure and breaker-and-a-half (1.5 breaker) configurations. My background includes reviewing protection philosophies, relay coordination, breaker failure logic, AC/DC auxiliary systems, SCADA integration, and construction-ready P&C documentation aligned with North American utility and NERC requirements. I can support your team with: • Review of line, bus, transformer, and breaker-failure protection schemes • Validation of current summation logic and relay coordination for 1.5 breaker arrangements • Review of P&C schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and cable schedules • AC station service and DC battery/charger system review per IEEE 485/484 • SCADA, RTU, IEC 61850, and DNP3 architecture review • Compliance verification against IEEE C37 standards, NERC PRC requirements, and utility practices I’m comfortable participating in recurring technical review sessions and providing practical, utility-focused engineering feedback throughout the project lifecycle.

@sandipm1307

As a highly skilled automation engineer and PLC expert, I bring significant value to your substation project. While I may not hold a PE license, my deep knowledge of industrial automation and control systems aligns closely with the requirements of this consultancy role. For years, I've dealt with protection and control designs at various voltage levels, giving me a solid understanding of breaker failure logic, line protection, and more, as essential in your project. While complementing your team's primary design activities, I'll assess every mile of detail concerning P&C panel layouts to wiring diagrams and everything in between. This includes ensuring efficient AC/DC auxiliary systems, an impeccable battery-sizing mechanism adhering to IEEE 485 standards in addition to the all-important secondary grounding. As such, leaning on my hands-on problem solving approach, safety integration is paramount throughout your substation. Moreover, having worked on many North American utility projects & familiar with NERC PRC standards & comprehensive substation-related IEEE series standards as sought by you inspires confidence that my deliverables will meet and exceed your expectations. My approach is client-centered, pragmatic directing undivided attention to preserving data uptime & maximizing productivity – two ever-urgent needs in diverse sectors including yours. It'll be a pleasure lending my expertise to your project!