System Protection and Studies Engineer

System Protection and Studies Engineer - (184858)

HDR Engineering is looking for a System Protection and Studies (SPS) Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals.

The primary duties of the SPS Engineer position are to perform engineering tasks with varying levels of complexity, which are assigned by a Lead Project Engineer, Engineering Manager, or Project Manager.

• Perform protective relay calculations and determine appropriate relay set points.
• Perform protective relay coordination studies utilizing short‑circuit modeling software.
• Produce relay coordination compliance reports for applicable NERC-PRC standards.
• Produce communication settings for protective relays.
• Produce required client protective relay reports.
• Provide protective relay construction support.
• Provide P&C support with scheme development and design reviews.
• Work under the direct supervision of a Senior Engineer, APM, or PM.
• Work independently on tasks and may assist senior engineers on larger, more complex projects.
• Some travel may be required.
• Work with assistance from Project Engineers, other Electrical EITs or Technicians as needed.
• Coordinate with other substation design disciplines (i.e., P&C design teams).
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with an Electrical/Power emphasis.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 4 years of experience doing electrical power system analysis, electrical system planning, protective device application, settings, and substation design is highly preferred.
• Preference will be given to candidates local to the Irvine, CA area.
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
• Prior experience consulting or working for an electric utility is considered a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software (e.g., PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Auto Pipe, and Revit).
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.

United States-California-Irvine

None

Power

Full‑time

Regular

Business Class :
System Protection and Planning

Apr 15, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.