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Substation Engineer Lead

Youngstown, OH · On-site

$130K - $165K/yr

As Substation Engineer Lead , you will be the technical authority for medium-voltage power ... Protection, Safety & Compliance * * Act as plant lead for relay protection and coordination ...

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Substation Engineer Lead

Canton, OH · On-site

$130K - $165K/yr

As Substation Engineer Lead , you will be the technical authority for medium-voltage power ... Protection, Safety & Compliance * * Act as plant lead for relay protection and coordination ...

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How much do relay protection engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for relay protection engineer in Ohio is $112,224.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,400.00 and $123,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a relay protection engineer?

A Relay Protection Engineer is responsible for designing, testing, and maintaining protective relay systems used in power grids to ensure electrical equipment operates safely and reliably. They analyze system faults, coordinate relay settings, and troubleshoot failures to prevent damage to transformers, generators, and transmission lines. Their role involves working with utilities, industrial plants, and substations to enhance power system stability and efficiency.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a relay protection engineer?

A Relay Protection Engineer's daily tasks often include reviewing and designing protection schemes for substations and transmission lines, configuring and testing relay settings, and analyzing system events or faults to determine causes and solutions. They may also be responsible for drafting technical reports and documentation, coordinating with other engineers and field technicians, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards. Team collaboration is frequent, as projects often require input from system planning, operations, and maintenance staff. On-the-job learning is ongoing, with opportunities to work on diverse projects and advance into specialized roles or leadership positions over time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a relay protection engineer?

To thrive as a Relay Protection Engineer, you need a strong background in electrical engineering, power systems analysis, and relay protection principles, often supported by a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Proficiency with protection relay test equipment, power system simulation software (such as ETAP or SEL), and familiarity with industry standards like IEEE and NERC are commonly required, along with certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) being advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills enable accurate system protection designs, reliable operation, and clear collaboration with operations and maintenance teams to ensure electrical grid reliability.

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Infographic showing various Relay Protection Engineer job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 74% In-person, and 26% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $112,224 per year, or $54 per hour.

Substation Engineer Lead

Youngstown, OH • On-site

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Recruiting and Staffing Services • 1 - 10 employees
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$130K - $165K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

As Substation Engineer Lead, you will be the technical authority for medium-voltage power distribution—owning system reliability, modernization, protection, power quality, and long‐term asset strategy across the site. This is a hands‐on, high‐impact role for an engineer who wants real ownership of large‐scale electrical systems, not just designs on paper.

What You’ll Own

You will lead the engineering, reliability, and evolution of medium‐voltage power distribution systems—from incoming utility interfaces and substations to protection schemes, SCADA, and plant-wide power quality.

  • Medium Voltage System Leadership
    • Serve as the site technical authority for MV power distribution, protection, coordination, and power quality.
    • Troubleshoot and resolve complex MV system issues impacting plant reliability and safety.
    • Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for high‐impact electrical failures.
  • Asset Strategy & Modernization
    • Develop and execute the MV Asset Management Strategy for the Canton campuses, including:
      • Preventive and predictive maintenance programs
      • Equipment specifications and standards
      • Capital planning and system modernization
    • MV Equipment upgrades and life‐extension projects to ensure long‐term system reliability.
    • Troubleshoot and continuous support to all MV power distribution activities ensuring reliability, plan upgrades, improvements, and complete modernization efforts.
  • Projects & Capital Execution
    • Lead MV power distribution projects from concept through commissioning, with capital budgets ranging from thousands up to $5M.
    • Manage scope, schedule, budget, contractors, and technical quality.
    • Specify, review, and approve MV equipment purchases at the plant level.
  • Protection, Safety & Compliance
    • Act as plant lead for relay protection and coordination, including creating and modifying relay settings.
    • Serve as Corporate Arc Flash Lead, executing arc flash studies and mitigation projects using power system modeling tools.
    • Ensure compliance with industry and safety standards (NFPA 70, 70E, 70B, NETA MTS, IEEE).
    • Lead annual plant power outage planning and execution.
  • Utility & External Coordination
    • Coordinate with utilities and regional transmission authorities to ensure reliable incoming power.
    • Support electrical safety programs and training across the site.
  • Digital & Advanced Systems
    • Serve as Corporate Lead for Power Distribution SCADA systems.
    • Act as plant power quality lead, investigating disturbances and implementing mitigation solutions.
    • Continuous support for plant operations.
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Company size

1 - 10 Employees

Headquarters location

Columbus, OH, US

Year founded

2002

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