Senior Electrical Engineer

RMS Energy

4d • Remote

About The Position

We’re looking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to support key infrastructure projects and power system upgrades across the U.S. In this role, you’ll be responsible for designing and analyzing electrical power systems for high-voltage substations. You’ll create drawing packages, perform modeling and relay settings, and provide direct support for field installations. This is a great opportunity to join a growing team while working on technically challenging and meaningful energy projects.

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in electrical engineering, preferably in substation protection and control design
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and substation equipment
• Proficient in AutoCAD and power system modeling software (e.g., SKM Power Tools, ETAP, Easy Power)
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work remotely with minimal supervision
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Must pass a background check and drug/alcohol screening
• Requires good vision, hearing, and English proficiency for safe, effective communication in noisy environments

Nice To Haves

• NETA II, III, or IV certification preferred
• EIT or PE license preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-functionally with internal and external teams
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-engineers
• Master’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field
• NETA or PE licensure
• Experience creating full utility P&C engineering design packages
• Previous client-facing technical experience or field commissioning work

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical power system design and analysis for substation equipment
• Create specifications for switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, circuit breakers, and related equipment
• Perform arc flash hazard studies, short-circuit calculations, and coordination analysis
• Design installation packages and drawings for substation upgrades and relay replacements
• Develop relay settings for both electromechanical and digital relays
• Design control circuits for breakers, transformers, and other substation devices
• Analyze power quality and event capture data to recommend solutions
• Review customer power systems and provide recommendations for upgrades or improvements
• Travel to job sites to collect field data and support installations or commissioning
• Understand system hazards and follow strict electrical safety procedures

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage fully paid for employees, starting the month after hire
• 401(k) with Company Match – Traditional & Roth options + free investment guidance
• Paid training, certifications, and industry memberships
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program – Legal, financial, and mental wellness support
• Competitive Compensation – Overtime potential and merit-based raises
• Compensated Travel Time plus Per Diem

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior