LUMA Energy operates in Puerto Rico’s energy sector, focused on transforming the island’s electrical transmission and distribution system. Its work is connected to Puerto Rico’s broader economic development, with an emphasis on serving employees, customers, and the communities where it operates.
Engineer 2, Protection, Automation and Control – LUMA Energy, Puerto Rico
Electrical engineer supporting protection, automation, and control projects for LUMA Energy in Puerto Rico. The role covers design documentation, specifications, cost planning, procurement support, and field engineering.
Description
- Carry out routine engineering work while coordinating support for more complex deliverables
- Assist engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders with engineering activities
- Apply engineering expertise to strengthen workplace safety and customer satisfaction
- Support project scope, schedule, and cost objectives under the direction of a Puerto Rico-licensed engineer
- Contribute to specialized assignments that require engineering expertise
- Evaluate functional specifications for completeness, feasibility, and practical constraints
- Participate in multidisciplinary engineering design activities
- Coordinate basic work planning, budgeting, and cost estimates
- Create and revise single-line diagrams, design drawings, and equipment specifications
- Assist with material procurement and QA/QC design reviews
- Provide technical engineering support to field and construction teams
- Use, refine, and advance engineering processes and standards
- Prepare reports and presentations for work groups and management
- Complete other assigned responsibilities
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
- At least two years of relevant engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education and applicable experience
- A master’s degree may be credited as one year of relevant experience
- EIT Certificate issued by Puerto Rico’s Examining Board for Engineers, Architects, Surveyors and Landscape Architects
- Working knowledge of utility and regulated business environments
- Demonstrated judgment in evaluating options and making decisions
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with internal and external customers
- Collaborative approach with the ability to prioritize work and meet commitments
- Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve engineering problems
- Availability for extended hours, including assigned major storm restoration activities and related drills
- Ability to travel approximately 30%, including overnight assignments
- Ability to satisfy the specified physical and workplace-condition requirements
Benefits
- Employment protections under applicable federal and local equal opportunity laws
- Full-time position