Commission Protection Relay Testing Jobs in New York

At AES, you’ll be part of a collaborative engineering community within the Asplundh Infrastructure Group, working across the full lifecycle of critical utility projects—from concept and design, through construction and commissioning, all the way to maintaining in‑service assets. Our work powers communities, supports major utilities, and drives the next generation of energy technology.

As a Lead Engineer, you’ll lead or contribute to project teams to develop custom engineering solutions that directly support our customers’ toughest challenges. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving industry and wants to make a visible impact through technical excellence and innovative thinking.

This position follows a hybrid work schedule and requires regular on-site presence at our Boonton, NJ office.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll take on a variety of high‑impact technical and leadership responsibilities that are essential to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative Protection & Control solutions. You’ll work hands‑on with complex systems, collaborate across disciplines, and help guide both projects and people to successful outcomes. Your work will include, but is not limited to:

• Developing and reviewing Protection & Control settings designs
• Performing coordination studies to ensure proper system protection
• Conducting short‑circuit studies using detailed system models
• Performing event analysis to support system reliability and troubleshooting
• Creating and reviewing HMI (Human‑Machine Interface) configurations
• Creating and reviewing RTU settings and design packages
• Designing and configuring the operating characteristics of managed switches and LAN networks
• Ensuring adherence to industry best practices and cybersecurity requirements
• Leading, planning, and coordinating engineering projects with minimal supervision
• Understanding, interpreting, and executing work based on client‑specific standards and requirements
• Providing training, mentorship, and technical development for junior engineering staff
• Leading project teams and interfacing directly with customers to deliver high‑quality results on schedule
• Providing field support, including troubleshooting, testing, and setup
• Serving as the Owner’s Engineer (OE) by reviewing designs and supplying necessary information to support project completion

Education & Experience

• 5-8 years of experience in relay/protection engineering or a related field
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
• Proficiency with ASPEN, SKM, EasyPower, ETAP, or similar utility engineering software
• Hands-on programming experience with protection relays and substation equipment
• Strong understanding of engineering theory, practices, procedures, and NERC requirements
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) or EIT
• Experience with IEC 61850/GOOSE communication protocols (preferred)
• Background in power system protection, relay design and planning, or substation design and telecom integration
• Experience with substation relays and equipment such as SEL, GE, Beckwith, electromechanical relays, Ruggedcom switches, and Cimplicity HMIs

The salary for this position will vary depending on the candidate’s experience, skills, and geographic location, and will be determined consistent with applicable pay equity and wage transparency laws.

Benefits for Eligible Employees*

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one
• Retirement plan to help you secure your future
• Company‑provided life insurance for added peace of mind
• Supplemental life insurance options, including spouse and child coverage
• A variety of voluntary Aflac supplemental insurance programs
• Long‑term disability coverage
• Pre‑paid legal plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support personal and professional well‑being
• Paid time off to recharge and refresh
• Paid holidays
• Access to employee discount programs and helpful resources

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