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Lead Protection & Control Engineer - Relay Settings

Reading, PA · Remote

$135K - $175K/yr

... and substation projects up to 765kV. * Designs and modifies relaying one-line and three-line ... Provides protection engineering and relay settings development using industry-standard software ...

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Senior Electrical Relay Engineer

Overland Park, KS · On-site

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Electrical Relay Engineer - Power Generation & Substation Systems Company Name: LDB, Inc. Location: Overland Park, KS Project Focus: Power Generation, Substations, Transmission & Distribution (T&D ...

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Senior Substation Relay and Control Engineer

Sioux Falls, SD • On-site

ISG
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$80K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Senior Substation Relay and Control Engineer
Department: Power
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Compensation: $80,000 - $120,000 / year
Description
We are seeking a Senior Substation Relay and Controls Engineer to lead the design and delivery of protection and control systems for high-voltage transmission and distribution substations supporting one of ISG's longstanding clients, FirstEnergy. In this role, you will develop and review one-line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, equipment lists, and other critical design deliverables while serving as a technical resource for clients and project teams. You will solve complex engineering challenges, mentor junior staff, and help deliver safe, reliable, and compliant designs that support the electric grid.
Within our Energy Business Unit, ISG's Power Group plays a vital role in delivering resilient infrastructure solutions, supporting projects and clients nationwide.
We operate as a one-profit-center firm and we work as one team across all offices, sharing resources, expertise, and opportunities to best serve our clients and support our employee owners. Regardless of where this position is posted, we encourage all qualified candidates from any ISG geography to apply.Similar projects and initiatives you may contribute to as part of this role:
  • Substation Upgrades
  • Electrical Substation Misoperated Line Terminal Improvements
  • FAC-008 Facility Rating Projects

Essential Duties
  • Ensure accurate and compliant designs, including one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC and DC schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, BOMs, and equipment lists for high voltage substations.
  • Able to research, understand, assist, and order the appropriate materials needed for each design.
  • Verifies adherence to client, utility, and regulatory standards (IEEE, NESC).
  • Addresses complex technical challenges, such as optimizing schemes or troubleshooting design issues.
  • Supports project schedules to meet milestones and deliverables.
  • Works closely with substation physical, civil, and structural teams and external stakeholders (clients, utilities).
  • Reviews and approves drawings, calculations, and technical reports.
  • Mentors junior engineers and designers, reviewing their work and providing constructive feedback.
  • Conducts training sessions and share best practices.
  • Fosters a collaborative and positive work environment.
  • Serves as the main technical point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries and presenting solutions.
  • Delivers high-quality designs that meet client expectations and industry standards.
  • Recommends and implements process improvements to enhance design efficiency and accuracy.
  • Stays current with industry advancements, standards, and technologies.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
  • 8+ years of consulting or substation engineering and design experience required.
  • Ohio PE License preferred. May be working towards certification.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel for site visits, design reviews, and client meetings.

ISG Employee Owner Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision
  • Paid time off, pro-rated amount available on your start date
  • Paid holidays and paid volunteer time
  • Paid parental leave
  • Bi-annual profit sharing
  • Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP)
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • HSA and FSA options
  • Bereavement leave
  • Supplemental voluntary benefits
  • Short term and long-term disability
  • Parking reimbursement, varies on office location

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