Power System Protection Engineer

Power System Protection Engineer

Siemens empowers customers with technologies that blend the real and digital worlds, enabling sustainable progress across industries. Our team at the Wendell, NC headquarters delivers energy distribution systems and solutions nationwide, powering today’s grids while investing in the future of grid innovation.

• Design, configure, and test protective relay systems for complex power systems and substations, ensuring high reliability and system integrity.
• Execute Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), preparing comprehensive test procedures, commissioning scripts, and leading successful project delivery.
• Operate advanced relay test equipment (Omicron, Doble) and possess deep knowledge of protection schemes for transmission, distribution, and industrial applications.
• Develop and implement protection and control schemes that align with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer-specific needs.
• Act as a proactive technical leader, guiding project teams, solving complex challenges, and driving results across all phases of the project lifecycle—from initial design to final commissioning.
• Serve as the primary technical interface with clients, providing on‑site support, troubleshooting, and commissioning expertise focused on performance and customer satisfaction.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, electronic, or computer science engineering.
• 4+ years of engineering experience, preferably in power systems protection.
• Project technical lead experience.
• Ability to read and understand DC and AC schematics, one‑line and three‑line diagrams for medium and high‑voltage substation systems.
• Advanced knowledge of at least one relay product and associated software from Siemens, GE, SEL, or ABB.
• Applied knowledge of power protection for Overcurrent / Over‑Undervoltage, Transformer Differential, Motor Protection, High/Low Impedance Busbar Differential, Generator Protection, MV transfer schemes, and reverse interlocking schemes.
• Proficiency with communication protocols such as IEC 61850 (MMS/GOOSE/SMV), DNP, Modbus, IEC 103/101/104, Profinet, Profibus.
• Control and protection commissioning experience.
• Factory and site testing experience in automation and control systems.
• Approximately 50‑70% travel expected, depending on project assignments and requirements.

• Applied knowledge of high‑voltage line differential and distance protection.
• Experience with generator protection of large generating units.
• Communication network technology experience, including design, configuration, and troubleshooting of ethernet switches for protection applications such as IEC‑61850 Process Bus and GOOSE.
• Advanced programming skills and experience with languages used in protection systems.

• Competitive salary range: $83,966 - $143,942 annually (actual offer may vary).
• Health and wellness benefits available.
• Relocation assistance provided.

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Wendell, North Carolina, United States of America