Job Description

Apply now: Senior Protection & Automation Engineer, location is Remote (with travel to Chicago). The start date is ASAP for this full-time, permanent position.

Job Title: Senior Protection & Automation Engineer

Location-Type: Remote (with travel to Chicago)

Start Date Is: ASAP

Duration: Permanent

Compensation Range: $120-145K/year

Job Description:

Lead the design, configuration, and support of advanced protection and automation systems for medium-voltage networks, enabling safe and reliable power distribution for utility and industrial clients.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

Integrate protection relays and automation devices into distribution systems
Lead solution development and execution across project lifecycle
Support proposals with technical insights and cost estimation
Program and test custom control logic for applications like source transfer
Coordinate with production and cross-functional teams to ensure system integration
Develop and validate relay settings; execute factory and field testing
Provide post-sales troubleshooting and technical support
Assist in system commissioning and field services as needed
Travel up to 20% (primarily to Chicago), depending on project needs

Requirements:

Must-Haves:

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master's/PE license preferred)
10+ years in electric transmission/distribution systems, specifically in automation and Protection & Control
Strong experience with utility and commercial/industrial MV applications
Expertise in protection schemes, relay programming, and logic testing
Real-time automation and SCADA system experience
Familiarity with communication protocols (DNP3.0, IEC 61850)
Proficiency with industry standards (IEEE, IEC, NFPA)

Nice-to-Haves:

Hands-on experience with SEL or similar manufacturers
Experience with backend standards and site commissioning
Exposure to communication standards and settings development
Consulting or OEM/solutions background

Benefits

Health and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan with employee stock ownership (ESOP) matching, a generous paid holiday shutdown, vacation days, sick days, life and disability insurance, and a wellness program with an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Immediate start, Remote work,

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