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Mr. Polanco possesses extensive expertise in power system protection and the modeling of Generation plants, industrial systems, as well as Transmission and distribution systems. His experience includes conducting short-circuit protection studies, developing relay settings, performing system coordination studies, fault analysis calculations, load-flow analysis, root-cause analysis (RCA) investigations, and providing engineering support during relay protection commissioning. He is well-versed in NERC PRC-023, -024, -025, and upcoming -026 and PRC-027 compliance evaluations. Additionally, Mr. Polanco has worked with various relay equipment manufacturers and multiple power systems analysis software.Furthermore, Mr. Polanco has conducted simulations and modeling to support new Generation Interconnection using Siemens PSS/e software. He has evaluated the steady state and dynamics responses of the plant and assessed the impact on interconnected systems such as Thermal, Voltage, Frequency, and Protection settings.Mr. Polanco is proficient in a variety of tools, including ASPEN, EasyPower, ETAP, CAPE, SKM System Analysis Software, SIEMENS - PSS/E, Mathcad, Excel, Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF) workstation by EPRI, Powerworld Simulator, MATLab, EMTP RV, ATPdraw, AutoCAD, and Microstation.
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Lnd Technical Services, LlcSchenectady, Ny, Us -
Director Of EngineeringLnd Technical Services, Llc May 2024 - Present• Manage the team of electrical engineers.• Manage Profit and Loss statements for engineering projects.• Work with executive team to implement engineering strategies.• Develop protective relay settings for all different relay types.• Perform project manager responsibilities for engineering projects.• Prepare computer-based models and perform power system studies on utility and industrial/commercial electrical power generation, transmission and distribution systems, including short circuit, load flow, relay coordination, arc flash, motor starting, power factor, harmonic analysis, and other related studies.
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Executive AdvisorQuanta Technology, Llc Jul 2022 - May 2024Raleigh, Nc, Us• Seconded to LUMA Energy as the Section Manager of the Protection, Automation & Controls (PAC) engineering team overseeing the operational aspects of T&D protection in Puerto Rico. -
Section Manager | Protection, Automation And Controls (Pac)Luma Energy Jan 2022 - May 2024• Led a team of 34 on-island engineers and 17 remote engineers for Transmission andDistribution (T&D) system protection studies, calculations, and relay settings.• Managed all aspects of Protection and Controls (PAC) for LUMA T&D system,including key projects like Transmission-Generation demarcation and Wide-AreaProtection Coordination.• Oversaw major initiatives, such as Substations Automation (SA) upgrades andCAPE protection model updates.• Provided PAC support for projects like feeder/reclosers programs, DG, PPOA's, BESSinterconnections projects, and relay replacements on the T&D LUMA system.• Supervised the Wide-Area Protection Coordination (WAPC) major initiative and CAPE model validation.• Supported protection event analysis on system events associated with protection relay operations.• Provided PAC support to PREPA/Genera power plants settings recommendations as needed based on a shared-services agreement between generation owners and LUMA. -
Senior Project Engineer Ii - Technical AdvisorNew York Power Authority Oct 2019 - Jan 2022White Plains, Ny, Us• Performed Generation, Transmission & auxiliary systems protection studies,calculations, and relay settings.• Acted as Technical Advisor supporting PREPA and USVI utilities on engineeringtasks for post-Hurricane Maria restoration and system expansion studies.• Supported system planning interconnection studies for proposed DG/CHP/Solarprojects in the LUMA system. -
Lead Protection & Controls Engineer - New EnglandAmerican Electrical Testing Co., Inc. Jun 2017 - Oct 2019Foxboro, Ma, Us -
Principal Engineer - Energy ConsultingGeneral Electric (Ge) Aug 2014 - Jun 2017Boston, Ma, Us -
Senior Engineer - Energy ConsultingGeneral Electric (Ge) Aug 2012 - Aug 2014Boston, Ma, Us
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Lead Protection EngineerGeneral Electric (Ge) Aug 2010 - Aug 2012Boston, Ma, Us• Performed short circuit analysis in support of setting development for various GE customers.• Performed relay coordination analysis to support protection settings documentation.• Performed battery sizing calculations in support of system expansion of existing customer’s stations.• Lead protection engineer for factory acceptance testing (FAT) of relays protection schemes on Modular Control Enclosure (MCE) to verify logic, Inputs and outputs vs. schematics.• Lead protection engineer and Field support for site testing & commissioning, for various clients in support of transmission projects (115KV and 230KV).• Lead engineer and proficient in the developing P&C dynamic and End-to-End testing for testing transmission line schemes. • Responsible for designing protection schemes for utility substation applications including one-lines, three-lines, AC/DC schematics, and front panel layouts.• Develop scopes for transmission projects for new or upgrades on existing protection systems, including defining technical specifications and estimating materials.• Supported outage sequence procedures and development of temporary settings if required.
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Associate Protection & Controls EngineerEversource Energy Sep 2007 - Aug 2010Hartford, Connecticut, Us• Performed protection calculations and relay controls for NU Transmission System (115kV-345kV).• Performed short-circuit and coordination studies in ASPEN Software to determine correct relay over-current protection settings and to ensure coordination between the terminals. • Performed breaker ratings study to determine any high voltage transmission breaker over-duty on the Northeast Utilities system due to the insertion of a new generation station terminal.• Reviewed and update nomenclature, onelines, three lines, panel views, primary and backup relays schematics, power line carrier, transfer trip equipment, breaker failure, breaker reclosing and breaker trip circuits, to reflect up-to-date changes on the transmission station due to the addition or modification of the protection system and/or equipment.• Performed root-cause analysis on disturbances for the transmission system (115kV-345kV) due to failure or faults on the power system equipment (Lines, Transformers, Capacitor Banks, and Generators.), determine cause and recommend corrective actions.• Created settings files for various types of relays, using the pertinent manufactures software like AcSelerator, 5010, 5020 for SEL relays, UR for GE relays, etc. -
Substation Engineering Tech/EngineerComensura / Rcm Power System Technology (Northeast Utilities / Eversource Contractor) Nov 2006 - Sep 2007• Measured Power Frequency Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF) near Transmission Lines.• Modeled EMF of Existing and Proposed Transmission Lines with EMF Workstation from EPRI.• Performed autotransformer equipment positioning ratings for substations thermal capabilities.• Performed Thermal ratings computation and documentation for line terminal equipment and ring Bus configurations on various transmission substations 115-345KV.• Supported Substation engineering department with EMF field measurements and special requests to report pre and post construction measurements of proposed and existing substation projects.
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Engineer Trainee / Survey TechAi Engineers, Inc. Sep 2005 - Nov 2006Middletown, Connecticut, Us• Assisted the CAD and Engineering department in reviewing and updating all electrical and civil schematics in support of all existing on-going projects that I was involved.• Assisted in Proposal/ Bid preparations and Equipment selection for electrical projects.• Worked with NEC, NFPA 70 and NESC codes.• Supported the Land survey department as a field technician for data collection on civil and electrical engineering capital projects involving new developments and/or existing improvements. -
Field Service Tech EngineerUtility Programs And Metering (Up&M) Jul 2005 - Sep 2005• Tested Electrical meters and inspect wiring installations before putting them in service• Inspected electrical installations of commercial Electrical consumption Meters.• Verified meters accuracy comparing known power into the meter with the indicated consumption.• Terminated Communication wires for new installations of Electrical Meters.
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Electrical Inspector - MeteringEmpresa Distribuidora De Electricidad Del Sur (Edesur), Santo Domingo, D.R. May 2002 - Nov 2004• Examined electric meters and installations in both Residential and Commercial settings to verify that they were in proper condition and adhered to the company's electrical and safety regulations.• Examined (Field) and tested electrical meters in a laboratory setting to identify any signs of tampering.• Presented evidence of unauthorized connections to the utility company in order to pursue legal action against individuals who were using electricity without it being measured by the meters.• Replaced and installed consumption meters as needed, while overseeing a team of Technicians.• Managed a team of contractors to assist with electrical installations and maintenance tasks.
Luis Polanco Skills
Luis Polanco Education Details
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Worcester Polytechnic InstitutePower Systems -
Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez UreñaPower Systems
Frequently Asked Questions about Luis Polanco
What company does Luis Polanco work for?
Luis Polanco works for Lnd Technical Services, Llc
What is Luis Polanco's role at the current company?
Luis Polanco's current role is Director of Engineering | LND Technical Services.
What is Luis Polanco's email address?
Luis Polanco's email address is lu****@****ail.com
What schools did Luis Polanco attend?
Luis Polanco attended Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña.
What skills is Luis Polanco known for?
Luis Polanco has skills like Power Systems, Electrical Engineering, Electric Power, Power Distribution, Energy, Engineering, Commissioning, Transformer, Power Generation, Relays, Substation, Smart Grid.
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