Hybrid Protection & Controls Engineer - Power Systems Lead

Techpro Power Group (All); Tulsa (OK); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness including Medical, 3

401(k) Retirement Plan Match

PTO & Holiday Pay

Paid Travel Expenses

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

TechPro Power Group is seeking a Protection & Controls Engineer to lead the design, configuration, testing and commissioning of MV/HV protection systems for utility and industrial projects. This hybrid role involves field work and direct client engagement to ensure reliable power system operation.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering (Power emphasis), 3–10+ years in P&C engineering, and proficiency with SKM/ETAP and AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Power emphasis preferred).
• 3–10+ years of P&C engineering experience, including hands-on commissioning.
• Proficiency in microprocessor relay settings, logic development, and coordination studies.
• Familiarity with SCADA integration and communication protocols.
• Ability to interpret and produce schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate protection relay settings and logic (SEL, GE Multilin, or equivalent).
• Perform short‑circuit, coordination, and protection studies; generate TCC curves and select CT/VT ratios.
• Create and review AC/DC schematics, one‑lines, three‑lines, wiring diagrams, and logic/I/O diagrams.
• Author test plans, energization procedures, and settings/version‑control documentation.
• Configure RTAC/PLC logic and integrate SCADA/HMI points.
• Coordinate communication protocols for meters and networked devices.
• Conduct bench testing and troubleshooting of control systems prior to deployment.
• Lead FAT/SAT, functional testing, checkout, and energization activities for substations and industrial facilities.
• Perform site work during outages, ensuring safe execution under NFPA 70E and company protocols.
• Provide emergency callout support, root‑cause analysis, and on‑site troubleshooting as needed.
• Serve as the primary technical contact during project execution, offering clear guidance to clients, EPCs, and field crews.
• Deliver client training on protection philosophies, relay settings, and RTAC workflows.
• Maintain accurate project records, QA/QC documentation, and as‑built markups.
• Apply company standards and industry codes (NFPA 70E, IEEE, etc.) to ensure compliance and safety.
• Contribute to templates, processes, and tools that improve project efficiency.
• Participate in lessons‑learned reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians; support skill development and field readiness.

Skills

Microprocessor relay settings

SCADA integration

Protection coordination studies

Field leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power emphasis preferred)

Tools

SKM

ETAP

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

TechPro Power Group is seeking a Protection & Controls Engineer to lead the design, configuration, testing and commissioning of MV/HV protection systems for utility and industrial projects. This hybrid role involves field work and direct client engagement to ensure reliable power system operation.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering (Power emphasis), 3–10+ years in P&C engineering, and proficiency with SKM/ETAP and AutoCAD.