Relay Engineer Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

RRC is seeking a talented Relay Settings Engineer to help us build the future of both U.S. and Canada energy production from both remote work locations and any one of our U.S. or Canadian office locations. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape.

RRC CORE VALUES

Must understand and personify RRC’s core values:

• • Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations
  • Employee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members
  • Quality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously
  • Above and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and calculate protective relay settings for transmission, distribution, substations, and renewable energy facilities
• Perform relay coordination studies, short circuit studies, and fault analysis for utility and industrial power systems
• Support the design, implementation, and review of protection schemes
• Investigate relay operations and assist with troubleshooting protection system issues
• Prepare relay settings files, technical calculations, coordination reports, and supporting engineering documentation
• Review one-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, relay logic diagrams, and protection and control drawings for accuracy and compliance
• Utilize modeling and analysis software such as ETAP, ASPEN, SKM, CAPE, or similar tools to support engineering studies and relay coordination
• Coordinate with utilities, project managers, field personnel, and multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout project execution
• Support commissioning, testing, and energization activities for substations and power system equipment
• Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, utility requirements, and client specifications
• Support project schedules, budgets, and deliverables while maintaining quality work and client satisfaction

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field required
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of related experience in relay settings, protection and control engineering, or power systems engineering
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in the U.S. or P.Eng. in Canada (or ability to obtain
• Strong understanding of power system protection principles and relay coordination practices
• Working experience and familiarity with Distance Relays, Differential Relays, and Overcurrent Relays
• Experience developing relay settings for transmission and distribution systems
• Knowledge of IEEE, NERC, and applicable utility protection standards
• Experience using modeling and power system analysis tools such as ETAP, ASPEN, SKM, or similar software
• Ability to perform coordination studies, fault analysis, and protection system troubleshooting
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, relay logic diagrams, and wiring drawings
• Strong analytical, organizational, technical writing, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

BENEFITS

RRC is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k matching
• Bonus eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
• RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)

RRC thanks you for your interest in joining RRC. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Visit our website www.RRCcompanies.com for more information.

No recruiters or staffing firms please.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

RRC Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and assessment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources or the recruitment contact listed in this posting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.