Associate Electrical Engineer - Power System Protection

Date:
May 12, 2026

Location:

Denver, CO, US Chicago, IL, US Irvine, CA, US Bloomington, MN, US Walnut Creek, CA, US Burlington, MA, US

Company:
Black & Veatch Family of Companies (Black & Veatch Corporation)

Opportunity Details

Opportunity Type:
Staff

Relocation Eligible:
Yes

Full Time/Part Time:
Full-Time

Visa Sponsorship Available:
No

Job Grade: 015

In this role, you may have the opportunity to:

• Develop protective setpoints per industry standards, best practices and client requirements.
• Work with system modeling software programs (ASPEN, CAPE, CYME, ETAP, SKM).
• Develop downloadable setpoint files on multiple proprietary relay manufacturer software platforms (SEL AcSELerator Quickset, GE Enervista, etc.).
• Develop and manipulate logic commonly utilized in protection and control schemes.

• Continuously learn and remain current on departmental design guides, standards, systems, engineering codes and B&V policies and procedures. Apply to assigned tasks as appropriate.
• Develop and independently apply knowledge. Comply with B&V quality program relative to assigned tasks. Support continuous improvement and change management efforts.
• Prepare a variety of increasingly complex engineering deliverables. Perform research and develop recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection. Collect, assimilate and manage data for engineering work. Prepare increasingly complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principles. Understand and adhere to budget, schedule and quality requirements. May recognize, define and resolve problems within assigned area. May provide direction and guidance to others.
• Assign tasks to develop entry level professionals and interns. Coordinate with project leadership and other internal/external team members on less complex projects. Interact as needed with other disciplines on details of design work.
• Work to understand external client's interest and drivers through regular interaction and communication. Focus on needs of internal clients and project leadership. May provide support to business development or pursuit activities.
• Share current knowledge of latest technology and processes.
• As skills develop, may assist with performance management process, recognition and any corrective actions required. Actively mentor entry level professionals and interns.

• 1‑4 years of experience in Transmission industry.
• Understanding of basic Protection & Control design concepts including one‑lines, three‑lines, schematics, wiring, etc.
• 1 year of experience in development of protective relay settings (line, transformer, breaker, bus, etc.).
• Familiarity with commonly utilized system modeling software programs (ASPEN, CAPE, CYME, ETAP, SKM, etc.).
• Knowledge of the predominant protection schemes and philosophies encountered in Transmission, Distribution and Renewable Collector Substations.
• Familiarity with Mathcad and Excel software for protective setting calculations.
• Familiarity with commonly utilized communication protocols (DNP, SEL, MMS, Modbus, etc.).
• Knowledge of IEC 61850 (GOOSE, MMS, SV) and its implementation.
• Familiarity with commonly deployed protective relays in substation environments (microprocessor, electronic, and electromechanical).
• Familiarity with NERC‑PRC standards and other commonly utilized industry standards.
• Ability to develop protective setpoints per industry standards, best practices and client requirements.
• Ability to independently develop downloadable setpoint files on multiple proprietary relay manufacturer software platforms (SEL AcSELerator Quickset, GE Enervista, et cetera).
• Ability to develop and manipulate logic commonly utilized in protection and control schemes.
• Ability to independently develop written communication and to facilitate coordination with team members and clients.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a recognized accredited program in the home country or the country of practice.
• Minimum of 1 year related work experience.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include…