Associate Electrical Engineer - Power System Protection

SolveNow Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SolveNow Inc. is looking for an Associate Electrical Engineer specializing in Power System Protection in Denver, Colorado. The role involves responsibilities such as maintaining design standards, conducting technical research, and providing guidance to junior engineers. Preferred qualifications include 1-4 years of experience in the substation industry and a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. Proficiency with software like ASPEN and Mathcad is essential, along with strong communication skills. Join us to innovate and contribute to critical engineering projects.

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of experience in the transmission or substation industry.
• Ability to create relay setting files using multiple vendor software platforms.
• Familiarity with protective relays and substation applications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of internal design guides and engineering standards.
• Conduct technical research and develop recommendations.
• Provide technical direction to junior engineers.

Skills

Protection & Control (P&C) design concepts

Power system modeling and analysis tools

Mathcad

Microsoft Excel

Substation communication protocols

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

ASPEN

CAPE

CYME

ETAP

SKM

SEL AcSELerator QuickSet

GE Enervista

Job description

Associate Electrical Engineer - Power System Protection

Job Openings Associate Electrical Engineer - Power System Protection

About the job Associate Electrical Engineer - Power System Protection

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and continuously expand knowledge of internal design guides, engineering standards, systems, and applicable industry codes; apply this knowledge effectively to assigned tasks.

Independently apply developing technical skills while adhering to established quality programs, procedures, and engineering best practices; support continuous improvement and change management initiatives.

Prepare a range of engineering deliverables of increasing complexity, including calculations, studies, technical documentation, and design packages.

Conduct technical research and develop recommendations for equipment and material selection based on project requirements and industry standards.

Collect, analyze, and manage engineering data to support design and project execution activities.

Perform increasingly complex engineering calculations using standard methods and sound engineering principles.

Understand and comply with project budget, schedule, and quality requirements; identify, define, and assist in resolving technical issues within assigned areas of responsibility.

Provide technical direction and task-level guidance to junior engineers and interns; support their technical development.

Coordinate design activities with project leadership and collaborate with internal and external team members on assigned projects.

Interface with other engineering disciplines as needed to support integrated design solutions.

Develop an understanding of client needs, priorities, and drivers through regular communication and collaboration; support internal project leadership objectives.

Contribute to business development or proposal efforts as needed.

Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and industry practices and actively share knowledge with the team.

As experience grows, assist with mentoring, performance feedback, recognition, and professional development of entry-level staff.

Preferred Qualifications

1–4 years of experience in the transmission or substation industry.

Foundational understanding of Protection & Control (P&C) design concepts, including one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.

Approximately 1 year of experience developing protective relay settings, including line, transformer, breaker, and bus protection.

Familiarity with power system modeling and analysis tools such as ASPEN, CAPE, CYME, ETAP, SKM, or similar software.

Knowledge of common protection schemes and philosophies used in Transmission, Distribution, and Renewable Collector Substations.

Experience using Mathcad and Microsoft Excel for protection and control calculations.

Familiarity with common substation communication protocols such as DNP, MMS, Modbus, and SEL protocols.

Working knowledge of IEC 61850, including GOOSE, MMS, and Sampled Values (SV), and their application in substation environments.

Exposure to protective relays used in substation applications, including microprocessor-based, electronic, and electromechanical relays.

Awareness of NERC PRC standards and other relevant industry regulations and standards.

Ability to develop protective relay setpoints in accordance with industry standards, best practices, and project requirements.

Ability to independently create downloadable relay setting files using multiple vendor software platforms (e.g., SEL AcSELerator QuickSet, GE Enervista, and similar tools).

Ability to develop and modify logic used in protection and control schemes.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with team members and clients.

Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.

Minimum of 1 year of related engineering experience.

Ability to successfully complete all required pre-employment onboarding requirements, which may include background checks, drug screening, and motor vehicle records review, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.