Power Systems Protection Engineer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) • Orange Township, OH

64d • $90,000 - $130,000

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Power System Protection Engineer to join our Engineering Services team. As a Power System Protection Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliable and secure operation of power systems by designing, testing, implementing, and effective protection and control schemes. Your expertise in relay protection and controls, relay coordination, and power systems will provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide. As a Protection Engineer, a typical day might include the following: Design, develop, and implement protection and control schemes for power systems, including relay protection and control systems. Create protective relay settings for transmission & distribution utilities, substations, and industrial clients. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, engineers, and technicians, to assess system requirements and implement protection strategies accordingly. Perform system testing and commissioning activities to validate the functionality and performance of protection schemes. Following and applying SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in electrical engineering or relevant discipline or experience.
• Strong understanding of power system protection principles, relay protection and control schemes, and relay coordination techniques.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, such as IEEE, IEC, and NERC/FERC regulations.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing protection and control schemes in a utility or industrial setting.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex power system protection challenges.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement protection and control schemes for power systems.
• Create protective relay settings for transmission & distribution utilities, substations, and industrial clients.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess system requirements and implement protection strategies.
• Perform system testing and commissioning activities to validate the functionality and performance of protection schemes.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Superior benefits including top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Retirement benefits including an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• Growth and development opportunities through STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees