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Electrical Power Engineer – Protection & Control
Location: Alpharetta, GA | Travel: Approximately 40% (including air travel)
Type: Full-Time | Experience: 4–8 Years

Be part of a well-known electrical power and control systems engineering company that is expanding its services in protection and control. We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical Power Engineer to join our team in Alpharetta, GA. This is a great opportunity to work on cutting-edge SCADA integrations, relay programming, and field commissioning for vital electrical infrastructure projects.

Main Duties:

• Set up and program SEL protection relays and RTACs, including configuring data concentrator functionality, logic, and HMI development.

• Integrate electrical SCADA systems using platforms like OSI AspenTech or similar programs.

• Create relay settings for GE Multilin and SEL relays.

• Conduct field testing, onsite commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical protection and SCADA systems.

• Develop comprehensive electrical construction packages, including:

  • Single-Line & Three-Line Diagrams

  • Schematics / Elementary Diagrams

  • Interconnection & Logic Diagrams

• Maintain accurate documentation for all protection, control, and SCADA configurations.

• Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure deliverables meet technical standards and budget objectives.

• Provide after-hours technical support when required.

• Assist in creating technical proposals and cost estimates for new project bids.

Requirements:

• 4–8 years of hands-on engineering experience in protection & control systems.

• Skilled in SEL RTAC programming and SCADA system integration.

• In-depth understanding of communication protocols: DNP3, MMS, GOOSE, and IEC 61850.

• Strong knowledge of relay settings, SCADA architecture, and HMI development.

• Familiarity with NEC, NESC, and IEEE 3000 series standards.

• Proficient in ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower for power system modeling.

• Expertise in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.

• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Education & Certifications:

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Successfully pass the FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) exam.

Perks:

• Competitive salary + discretionary bonus for hours worked beyond 80 biweekly.

• Flexible Benefit Time Off (BTO) – for vacation, sick time, holidays, or cash payout.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

• 401(k) with employer matching.

• Company-provided health insurance.

• Sponsored health club membership.