Electrical Engineer - Protection & Controls

KnowhirematchHouston, TX

$110,000 - $160,000 / year

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Overview

Compensation

$110,000-$160,000/year

Job Description

Electrical Power Engineer – Protection & ControlLocation: Alpharetta, GA | Travel: ~40% (including air travel)Type: Full-Time | Experience: 4–8 Years

Join a nationally recognized electrical power and control systems engineering firm, currently expanding its offerings in protection and control. We're looking for a highly skilled Electrical Power Engineer to join our Alpharetta, GA team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced SCADA integrations, relay programming, and field commissioning for mission-critical electrical infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

Configure and program SEL protection relays and RTACs, including data concentrator functionality, logic, and HMI development.
Integrate electrical SCADA systems using platforms like OSI AspenTech or similar.
Develop relay settings for GE Multilin and SEL relays.
Perform field testing, onsite commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical protection and SCADA systems.
Create full electrical construction packages, including:
- Single-Line & Three-Line Diagrams
- Schematics / Elementary Diagrams
- Interconnection & Logic Diagrams
Maintain accurate documentation for all protection, control, and SCADA configurations.
Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure deliverables meet technical standards and budget goals.
Provide after-hours technical support as needed.
Assist in developing technical proposals and cost estimates for new project bids.

Requirements

Required Skills & Experience

4–8 years of hands-on engineering experience in protection & control systems.
Proficient in SEL RTAC programming and SCADA system integration.
Deep understanding of communication protocols: DNP3, MMS, GOOSE, and IEC 61850.
Strong knowledge of relay settings, SCADA architecture, and HMI development.
Familiarity with NEC, NESC, and IEEE 3000 series standards.
Proficiency with ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower for power system modeling.
Fluent in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required.
Completion of the FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) exam.

Benefits

Benefits

Competitive salary + discretionary bonus for hours worked beyond 80 biweekly.
Flexible Benefit Time Off (BTO) – for vacation, sick time, holidays, or cash payout.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
401(k) with employer matching.
Company-paid health insurance.
Sponsored health club membership.

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