Senior Relay Protection Specialist

Sperton Global AS • Sweden, ME

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a Senior Relay Protection Specialist on behalf of one of our clients to support multiple ongoing projects within the Control & Protection Engineering team in Västerås. In this expert role, you will develop high-quality relay protection solutions for substations in transmission and distribution grids, perform protection settings and selectivity studies, review technical documentation, and provide support to project managers, test leads, and installation teams during FAT/SAT and troubleshooting. This senior position requires deep expertise in relay protection design, strong understanding of power system behavior, and the ability to work independently in a project-driven environment.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Power Engineering or equivalent
• Extensive experience in relay protection design, commissioning, or troubleshooting
• Strong understanding of power system behavior and protection principles
• Familiarity with IED platforms (ABB/Hitachi Energy, Siemens, Schneider)
• Knowledge of SvK (Svenska kraftnät) and Vattenfall standards, processes, and technical requirements
• Fluent in Swedish and English (both spoken and written – mandatory)
• Valid SSG-Entré certificate

Responsibilities

• Develop relay protection solutions (HE, GE, Siemens)
• Perform protection settings calculations and selectivity studies
• Review drawings, signal lists, and technical documentation
• Support project managers, test leads, and installation teams
• Participate in FAT/SAT activities and assist with troubleshooting in delivery projects
• Ensure compliance with Svenska kraftnät (SvK) and Vattenfall standards/requirements
• Deliver high-quality protection solutions within project timelines

What This Job Offers

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