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Substation Relay Engineer
Job in
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30383, USA
Listed on 2026-09-09
Listing for:
Coalesce Management Consulting
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-09
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Substation Relay Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and modification of high-voltage electrical substations that support transmission and distribution systems. This role involves creating physical layouts, electrical arrangements, and construction packages for new substations and upgrades to existing facilities while ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and utility practices.
Key Responsibilities- Develop design packages for substations ranging from distribution voltage levels through extra-high voltage systems.
- Prepare and review:
General arrangement drawings, Plan and elevation views, Grounding layouts, Conduit and cable trench designs, Control building layouts, Structural details and equipment foundations. - Perform equipment spacing and electrical clearance calculations in accordance with applicable standards and codes.
- Coordinate with protection & control engineers, civil/structural teams, transmission line engineers, and construction personnel.
- Support material procurement by preparing bills of materials and equipment specifications.
- Review vendor drawings and ensure integration with project requirements.
- Ensure designs comply with utility standards, environmental requirements, and safety regulations including NESC, IEEE, and applicable regional reliability requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
- Experience in substation physical design within the electric utility, consulting, or EPC industry.
- Knowledge of high-voltage substation equipment including transformers, breakers, disconnect switches, bus systems, CTs, PTs, and relay panels.
- Familiarity with industry standards such as IEEE, NESC, NEC, and ANSI.
- Proficiency with engineering tools such as:
AutoCAD, Micro Station, Bentley Substation - Ability to interpret technical specifications, schematics, and construction drawings.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure.
- Experience with EPC or utility-scale transmission projects.
- Familiarity with 3D substation modeling and intelligent design platforms.
- Knowledge of grounding analysis and lightning protection principles.
- Experience supporting construction, commissioning, or field engineering activities.
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