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Power Systems Engineer – Protection & Control
Location: Houston, TX | Travel: ~40% (including air travel)
Type: Full-Time | Experience: 4–8 Years

Be a part of a nationally recognized firm specializing in electrical power and control systems engineering, with a focus on expanding protection and control services. We are seeking a highly skilled Power Systems Engineer to join our team in Houston, TX. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects involving advanced SCADA integrations, relay programming, and field commissioning for critical electrical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Customize and program SEL protection relays and RTACs, encompassing data concentrator functionality, logic, and HMI development.

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

• Create relay settings for GE Multilin and SEL relays.

• Conduct field testing, on-site commissioning, and diagnostics 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 project deliverables meet technical standards and budget objectives.

• Provide technical support after hours when necessary.

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

Required Skills & Experience

• 4–8 years of practical experience in engineering related to protection & control systems.

• Proficiency in SEL RTAC programming and SCADA system integration.

• Thorough 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.

• Proficiency with ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower for modeling power systems.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel.

• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required.

• Completion of the FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) exam.

Benefits

• 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-paid health insurance.

• Sponsored health club membership.