Associate Electrical Engineer

Experience Level: 1–4 years

Employment Type: Full-Time

Relocation Assistance: Available

We are seeking a motivated Power System Protection Engineer to join a growing Protection & Control team. This role is well suited for an early-career engineer looking to deepen their technical skills in protective relay settings, system modeling, and substation protection schemes while working alongside experienced engineers on real-world power system projects.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across transmission, distribution, and renewable systems in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

• Develop protective relay setpoints in accordance with industry standards, best practices, and client requirements
• Perform relay settings calculations and create downloadable setting files using manufacturer platforms (SEL AcSELerator Quick Set, GE Enervista, etc.)
• Support protection and control logic development for common substation schemes
• Utilize power system modeling and analysis software (ASPEN, CAPE, CYME, ETAP, SKM)
• Prepare engineering calculations, studies, and technical documentation
• Assist with equipment selection and data collection for engineering deliverables
• Coordinate with project teams and other engineering disciplines on assigned tasks
• Support proposal and business development activities as needed
• Continue developing technical knowledge and stay current with industry standards and technologies
• Mentor interns and support entry-level engineers as skills progress

• 1–4 years of experience in the transmission, distribution, or power industry
• Foundational understanding of Protection & Control design (one-lines, three-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams)
• Experience or exposure to protective relay settings development
• Familiarity with system modeling tools (ASPEN, CAPE, CYME, ETAP, SKM)
• Understanding of common protection schemes used in substations and renewable collector systems
• Experience with Mathcad and Excel for relay calculations
• Familiarity with communication protocols (DNP, SEL, MMS, Modbus)
• Working knowledge of IEC 61850 (GOOSE, MMS, SV)
• Awareness of NERC PRC standards and industry best practices
• Strong written communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Eagerness to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline) from an accredited program
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant engineering experience

Hybrid or flexible work options may be available following an initial onboarding period, based on performance and project needs.