Electrical Engineer - Protection & Controls

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Full-time • Mid Level
Houston, TX
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Electrical Power Engineer – Protection & Control Location: Alpharetta, GA | Travel: ~40% (including air travel) Type: Full-Time | Experience: 4–8 Years Join a nationally recognized electrical power and control systems engineering firm, currently expanding its offerings in protection and control. We're looking for a highly skilled Electrical Power Engineer to join our Alpharetta, GA team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced SCADA integrations, relay programming, and field commissioning for mission-critical electrical infrastructure projects.

  • Configure and program SEL protection relays and RTACs , including data concentrator functionality, logic, and HMI development.
  • Integrate electrical SCADA systems using platforms like OSI AspenTech or similar.
  • Develop relay settings for GE Multilin and SEL relays.
  • Perform field testing, onsite commissioning , and troubleshooting of electrical protection and SCADA systems.
  • Create full electrical construction packages , including: Single-Line & Three-Line Diagrams Schematics / Elementary Diagrams Interconnection & Logic Diagrams
  • Maintain accurate documentation for all protection, control, and SCADA configurations.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure deliverables meet technical standards and budget goals.
  • Provide after-hours technical support as needed.
  • Assist in developing technical proposals and cost estimates for new project bids.
  • 4–8 years of hands-on engineering experience in protection & control systems.
  • Proficient in SEL RTAC programming and SCADA system integration .
  • Deep understanding of communication protocols : DNP3, MMS, GOOSE, and IEC 61850 .
  • Strong knowledge of relay settings , SCADA architecture, and HMI development.
  • Familiarity with NEC, NESC , and IEEE 3000 series standards.
  • Proficiency with ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower for power system modeling.
  • Fluent in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required.
  • Completion of the FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) exam.
  • Competitive salary + discretionary bonus for hours worked beyond 80 biweekly.
  • Flexible Benefit Time Off (BTO) – for vacation, sick time, holidays, or cash payout.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) .
  • 401(k) with employer matching.
  • Company-paid health insurance .
  • Sponsored health club membership .
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