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Protection and Controls Engineer
Location
Colorado
Posted
84 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Protection and Controls Engineer
Halker
• Design & Development: Develop protection and control schemes for substations, transmission lines, and generation facilities • Specify and configure protective relays, control panels, and associated equipment • System Analysis: Perform short-circuit, coordination, and arc-flash studies • Analyze system faults and relay operations to ensure proper protection • Testing & Commissioning: Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of protection and control systems • Troubleshoot and resolve relay misoperation or system anomalies • Compliance & Standards: Ensure designs meet NERC, IEEE, and local utility standards • Maintain documentation for regulatory compliance and audits • Collaboration: Work with project teams, field technicians, and SCADA engineers • Provide technical support during outages and maintenance activities
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems focus preferred)
- 3–5 years in protection and control engineering
- Proficiency with relay settings software (e.g., SEL AcSELerator, GE EnerVista)
- Knowledge of power system analysis tools (ETAP, ASPEN, or similar)
- Familiarity with SCADA systems and communication protocols (DNP3, IEC 61850)
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain preferred
- Experience designing high-voltage substation projects
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and other Health Benefits
- 401K Program with Company Match
- Work alongside industry-leading talent, with a flexible working environment and fast-growing company
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