Lead Protection Engineer - Relay Settings & System Studies

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k)/Profit Sharing

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering is seeking a Lead Protection Engineer in Nashville, TN. In this role, you will perform relay setting calculations and coordinate project tasks with technical autonomy.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in power system studies and lead technical work on assigned projects. Additional experience with analysis tools and protective devices is essential. Competitive benefits include comprehensive health plans and an ESOP.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience with power system study software.
• Experience in fault analysis and mis‑operation mitigation.
• 7-10 years in protection and control devices.

Responsibilities

• Perform relay setting calculations and coordination studies.
• Evaluate engineering drawings for substation functionality.
• Provide leadership on projects and guide lower‑level engineers.

Skills

Knowledge of calculating settings for protection devices

Ability to write code for macros or scripts

Ability to understand AC and DC diagrams

Proficiency in developing standard settings templates

Technical leadership aptitude

Experience with power system study software

Experience in fault analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

CAPE

CYME

ETAP

AutoCAD

Job description

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering is seeking a Lead Protection Engineer in Nashville, TN. In this role, you will perform relay setting calculations and coordinate project tasks with technical autonomy.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in power system studies and lead technical work on assigned projects. Additional experience with analysis tools and protective devices is essential. Competitive benefits include comprehensive health plans and an ESOP.