Power Systems Protection Engineer

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Power System Protection Engineer to join our Engineering Services team. As a Power System Protection Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliable and secure operation of power systems by designing, testing, implementing, and effective protection and control schemes. Your expertise in relay protection and controls, relay coordination, and power systems will provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.

• Design, develop, and implement protection and control schemes for power systems, including relay protection and control systems.
• Create protective relay settings for transmission & distribution utilities, substations, and industrial clients.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, engineers, and technicians, to assess system requirements and implement protection strategies accordingly.
• Lead in assigning, completing and implementing work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to a high level of quality and safety.
• Perform system testing and commissioning activities to validate the functionality and performance of protection schemes.
• Following and applying SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.

• You have a B.S. degree in electrical engineering or relevant discipline
• You have a strong understanding of power system protection principles, relay protection and control schemes, and relay coordination techniques.
• You are familiar with relevant industry standards, such as IEEE, IEC, and NERC/FERC regulations.
• You have proven experience in designing and implementing protection and control schemes in a utility or industrial setting.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex power system protection challenges.

• Professional Engineer License or equivalent certification
• Electrical industrial plant, utility, consulting engineering, or system integrator experience
• Project management experience

Houston, TX - This position is located in Houston, TX. Ranked America s fourth largest city, whatever your interest you will find it here. Enjoy sports teams, world class dining, and first rate entertainment. Enjoy signature Houston attractions like Space Center Houston and The Grand Opera. Escape the city with easy beach access just one hour away. Houston offers exceptional schools and universities, making it a great place to live and work.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

• We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range Data

New hires generally start between $110,. We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Our salary ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location.

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