Associate Engineer

REI Utility Services; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Simple IRA Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Development and Training

Job summary

REI Utility Services is seeking an Associate Engineer – Substation to assist in designing and commissioning power system protection and automation schemes under supervision. The role supports senior staff and focuses on learning design standards, tools, and processes.

You will help develop protection schemes, prepare drawings, set points, and assist with field commissioning while ensuring documentation is organized and aligned with project goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering required.
• FE/EIT designation preferred.
• Internship or prior related experience preferred.
• 0–2 years of engineering experience in electric utility or power systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing substation protection schemes and specifying relays for redundant protection systems.
• Prepare basic engineering drawings, sketches, and documentation under guidance.
• Assist in calculating and programming substation protective relay set points.
• Support commissioning activities by providing field assistance and documentation.
• Learn and apply industry standards and internal design procedures.
• Maintain organized project files and records.
• Collaborate with project teams, contractors, and utility personnel to support project execution.
• Participate in training and mentorship programs to develop technical skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical theory

Power systems

Protective relaying

CAD software

Technical instructions

Attention to detail

Organization

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

FE / EIT preferred

Internship or prior experience preferred

0–2 years engineering experience

Tools

CAD software

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Associate Engineer supports the design, modification, and commissioning of power system protection and automation schemes. This entry-level role works closely with senior engineering staff to learn design standards, tools, and processes while contributing to project deliverables under close supervision.

POSITION DETAILS

Job Title

Associate Engineer – Substation

Reports To

Engineering Manager

Location

Remote

FLSA Status

Full-Time, Exempt

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist in developing substation protection schemes and specifying relays for redundant protection systems.
• Prepare basic engineering drawings, sketches, and documentation under guidance.
• Assist in calculating and programming substation protective relay set points.
• Support commissioning activities by providing field assistance and documentation.
• Learn and apply industry standards and internal design procedures.
• Maintain organized project files and records.
• Collaborate with project teams, contractors, and utility personnel to support project execution.
• Participate in training and mentorship programs to develop technical skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation preferred.
• Internship or prior related experience preferred.
• 0–2 years of engineering experience in electric utility or power systems.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Basic understanding of electrical theory, power systems, and protective relaying.
• Proficiency in CAD software preferred.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and work under supervision.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.

COMPENSATION

This is a full-time, exempt salaried position with an annual base salary range of $65,000 – $85,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Simple IRA Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development and Training Opportunities

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

REI Utility Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.