Protection and Control Engineer

Shermco Industries, Inc.•Irving, TX

2d•$130,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Shermco is seeking a skilled Protection and Control Engineer with power systems expertise to lead complex electrical projects, mentor junior engineers, and provide technical guidance in delivering reliable power distribution solutions for industrial clients. The role includes engineering leadership, power system analysis, electrical distribution design, project management, customer engagement, and troubleshooting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, with experience focused on power systems.
At least 5 years of engineering experience with power systems, preferably in protective relaying, system studies, or system design.
Experience with low- and medium-voltage power distribution equipment.
Experience applying the NEC, NFPA 70E, and local codes.
Experience conducting short-circuit, protective device coordination, arc-flash, motor starting, and power quality studies.
Experience using power system software such as SKM, ETAP, ASPEN, Easy Power, or other power system modeling software.
Knowledge of proper drafting techniques.
Ability to read and extract information from project plans and specifications.
Excellent technical writing, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, verbally and in writing, with customers and co-workers.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and periodic unannounced random drug tests.
Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain a good driving record.
Availability for periodic domestic travel.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Field experience with substations or switchgear.
Utility design experience.
Protection and Control SEL relay experience, or ability to quickly learn relay logic for SEL, Basler, GE, ABB, Siemens, and similar systems.
Experience using AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

Grow Shermco’s electrical engineering services while working as a senior electrical engineer.
Mentor less experienced electrical engineers supporting customers.
Ensure engineering analysis, troubleshooting, and studies comply with IEEE and NFPA standards and Shermco quality standards.
Review and approve ongoing and completed engineering work to ensure accuracy, quality, and timely completion.
Visit customer sites to gather information, resolve project issues and customer concerns, and review engineering plans.
Work with sales and support staff to estimate and bid projects, and co-present proposals to prospective customers.
Conduct power system studies, including load flow, motor starting, power factor correction, harmonic, and grounding analyses.
Perform short-circuit studies, protective device coordination, and arc-flash analyses.
Configure and program microprocessor-based relays for generator, transformer, and distribution systems.
Develop electrical diagrams, including one-lines, three-lines, and control schematics.
Design and modify electrical distribution systems and related equipment and controls.
Create, review, and revise electrical drawing packages and specifications.
Lead engineering projects from concept to completion, meeting timeline, budget, and quality requirements.
Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and contractors to define project requirements and expectations.
Diagnose electrical system issues and develop practical solutions to correct system deficiencies.