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Trainee Protective Relay Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

GAI Consultants

Relay Settings EIT 2

Lisle, IL · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

GAI Consultants is seeking a Relay Settings Engineer (EIT 2) with protective relay experience for transmission and distribution systems. The successful candidate will work on various substation and ...

GAI Consultants

Relay Settings EIT 2

Lisle, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

GAI Consultants is seeking a Relay Settings Engineer (EIT 2) with protective relay experience for transmission and distribution systems. The successful candidate will work on various substation and ...

EPS

Sr. Relay Technician

Willowbrook, IL · On-site

$55 - $90/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering ... Analyze protection schemes for power circuits and other power system components. * Perform ...

EPS

Sr. Relay Technician

Willowbrook, IL · On-site

$55 - $90/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering ... Analyze protection schemes for power circuits and other power system components. * Perform ...

ComEd

General Engineer

Oakbrook Terrace, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

General Engineer - RTA, Transmission & Substation Protection Analysis will provide operational ... Review and analyze protective relay event records to determine fault type and protective relay ...

ComEd

General Engineer

Oakbrook Terrace, IL · On-site

$92K - $126K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

General Engineer - RTA, Transmission & Substation Protection Analysis will provide operational ... Review and analyze protective relay event records to determine fault type and protective relay ...

ComEd

General Engineer

Oakbrook Terrace, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Review and analyze protective relay event records to determine fault type and protective relay ... Knowledge of engineering designs, principles and practices. * Knowledge of complex field test ...

ComEd

General Engineer

Oakbrook Terrace, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

General Engineer - RTA, Transmission & Substation Protection Analysis will provide operational ... Review and analyze protective relay event records to determine fault type and protective relay ...

G&W Electric

Power Grid Automation Engineer III

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

$95K - $125K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Technical lead and programmer for the integration of power grid automation solutions; managing ... Apply advanced product knowledge of relay protection, automation, and communication in power grid ...

ComEd

General Engineer - T&S Relay Engineering

Oakbrook Terrace, IL · On-site

$92K - $126K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Equipment in scope for protection not only includes transformers, capacitor banks, buses, etc. but also transmission lines between substations (765kV, 345kV, 138kV, 69kV) and distribution lines (34kV ...

EPS

Relay Technician II

Willowbrook, IL · On-site

$40 - $55/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering ... Perform installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of protective relaying equipment.

EPS

Relay Technician II

Willowbrook, IL · On-site

$40 - $55/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering ... Perform installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of protective relaying equipment.

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What is the difference between Trainee Protective Relay Engineer vs Protective Relay Engineer?

AspectTrainee Protective Relay EngineerProtective Relay Engineer
QualificationsEntry-level, often pursuing or holding relevant certificationsTypically requires professional certifications and experience
Work EnvironmentTraining programs, supervised tasks, learning-focusedIndependent project work, system design, and troubleshooting
ResponsibilitiesAssisting in relay testing, learning system operationsDesign, testing, and maintenance of protective relay systems

The main difference is that a Trainee Protective Relay Engineer is in a learning or entry-level phase, focusing on gaining skills and experience, while a Protective Relay Engineer is a fully qualified professional responsible for system design and maintenance.

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Relay Settings EIT 2

GAI Consultants

Lisle, IL • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

GAI Consultants rating

9.6

Company rating: 9.6 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 449 rated engineering

Job description

GAI Consultants is seeking a Relay Settings Engineer (EIT 2) with protective relay experience for transmission and distribution systems.  The successful candidate will work on various substation and/or protection and control engineering project including detailed design for high voltage substation projects through 500kV, with a focus on "Client First" approach to all interactions. We value work-life balance and offer flexibility – this position can be performed in a hybrid or fully remote capacity.

Job Duties: 

  • Development of Protective Relay Settings for microprocessor relays including: SEL, GE, ABB and others. For both transmission line relays (line differential, Step distance and Pilot Schemes) and Substation relays (Capacitor Banks, Transformers and Buses)  
  • Conduct short circuit analysis and relay coordination studies using Aspen OneLiner and/or PSS CAPE.
  • Utilize SEL AcSELerator Quickset and GE EnerVista software
  • Implementation of control and protection schemes including interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams and preparing relay logic to complete the schemes.
  • Mentoring and managing staff at all levels.
  • Managing tasks on multiple projects in accordance with GAI’s high standards of project management.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities using sound engineering and financial judgment to determine optimal solutions.
  • Must be flexible to handle shifting deadlines and scope changes.
  • Must have resource management skills and the ability to identify project barriers and mitigate them without schedule impacts.

Travel: 

  • 10% to job sites or client meetings as needed. 

General Characteristics

  • Acquires fundamental knowledge and develops skills in a specific practice area through mentored experience. 
  • Applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks as part of a broader assignment. 

Minimum Years of Experience

  • 2+ 

Education

  • B.S. or M.S. Engineering

Certification/Licensure

  • Passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and obtained engineer-in-training (EIT) or engineering-intern (EI) certification.

Technical Responsibilities

  • Performs basic design tasks.
  • Assists on tasks such as: field activities, material testing, CADD work, permit applications, and report writing.

Project and Task Management

  • Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope.
  • No managerial responsibilities at this level.

Management Responsibility

  • Receives close supervision on most aspects of assignments, particularly on difficult problems, and a general review of all aspects of work.
  • Receives mentorship from a licensed engineer.

Communication Skills

  • Possesses basic oral and written communication skills.
  • Engages in few project stakeholder interactions.

Why GAI?   

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth. 

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:   

  • Competitive salary -GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire) 
  • New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program  
  • Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
  • 401k company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement 

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GAI Consultants is an employee-owned corporation offering comprehensive engineering, planning, and environmental consulting services to diverse industry sectors, located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in the United States. The company operates in the field of engineering consulting and provides sustainable and economically-viable solutions to clients ranging from bridge design, community planning, to industrial facilities, ecological studies, and more. GAI Consultants was founded in 1958 and, over more than six decades, has grown significantly with a strong commitment to advancing clients' projects and contributing to community development. The firm operates on the core values of integrity, client satisfaction, quality, and workforce development, all of which raises the bar on client service and project excellence, ultimately contributing to the company’s mission, which is 'to create and deliver superior, innovative consulting solutions that enrich the lives of our people and enhance the world we live in.'

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Pittsburgh, PA, US

Year founded

1958

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