Electrical Design Engineer – Substations & Protection

Brazos Electric Power Cooperative; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven organization

Team-focused environment

Professional development opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

Brazos Electric Power Cooperative in Texas is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to design and maintain protective relay and substation systems, ensuring reliable power delivery to member cooperatives and communities.

You will analyze drawings, specifications, and system data; troubleshoot protection systems; and work with contractors and staff to plan cost-effective upgrades. A BS in EE (ABET) and knowledge of three-phase power are preferred.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Knowledge of three-phase power systems is preferred; training may be provided.
• Familiar with protection and control (P&C) schematics and relay panels.
• Experience with AutoCAD or Microstation for schematics is advantageous.
• Understanding of protection-related equipment like relays, transformers, and substation gear.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and check drawings and system data for protective equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot protection-related systems to support modifications.
• Plan enhancements to protection and control systems and assist in cost estimates.
• Coordinate with external contractors, consultants, and member personnel on projects.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited university)

Three-phase power systems knowledge

Ground Grid studies

Arc Flash studies familiarity

P&C design and relay panels

AutoCAD or Microstation for schematics

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

Job description

Brazos Electric Power Cooperative in Texas is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to design and maintain protective relay and substation systems, ensuring reliable power delivery to member cooperatives and communities.

You will analyze drawings, specifications, and system data; troubleshoot protection systems; and work with contractors and staff to plan cost-effective upgrades. A BS in EE (ABET) and knowledge of three-phase power are preferred.