Electrical Protection Systems Engineer
Location: Denver, CO | El Reno, OK
Relocation: Open to candidates across the U.S. – relocation support available
About the Company
Our client is a well-established organization in the energy and infrastructure sector, delivering engineering solutions across utility, industrial, and emerging power systems applications.
They are recognized for their focus on safety, technical quality, and innovative approaches to modern grid challenges, including microgrids and integrated power systems.
About the Role
We are seeking an Electrical Protection Systems Engineer to support the design, configuration, and commissioning of protection systems across a range of power system environments.
This role offers a strong balance between analytical work and field involvement, providing direct impact on system reliability and performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and validate protective relay settings for distribution and sub-transmission systems
- Perform short-circuit and protection coordination studies using tools such as ETAP, SKM, or equivalent
- Configure and test microprocessor-based relays (SEL, ABB, GE, Siemens)
- Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and troubleshooting
- Collaborate with SCADA and controls teams for system integration (DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850)
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems preferred)
- 4+ years of experience in power system protection or relay engineering
- Hands-on experience with relay configuration and testing
- Strong understanding of fault current analysis and protection coordination
Preferred Experience
- Microgrid or renewable energy projects
- IEC 61850
- Field commissioning experience
- Exposure to utility or industrial power systems
Why This Opportunity
- Work on technically challenging, high-impact energy projects
- Exposure to modern grid technologies and protection systems
- Combination of engineering analysis and hands-on commissioning
- Opportunity to join a growing and well-supported engineering team
Location and Relocation
This role is based in Denver, CO or El Reno, OK.
Candidates located anywhere in the United States will be considered, with relocation support available.
Application
If you have experience in protection engineering and are interested in learning more, we encourage you to apply or reach out directly for a confidential discussion.