Power Systems Engineer - Hybrid, Substation & Relay Design

Shermco Industries, Inc.

Houston (TX)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Shermco Industries, Inc. is seeking a licensed Electrical Power Systems Engineer to support projects across industrial and utility clients. The role is based in Houston, TX, with a hybrid work arrangement after a short initial period.

The engineer will lead teams, perform power-system analyses, and design protective relaying and distribution upgrades. Qualifications include a PE license, 5+ years in power systems, and proficiency with AutoCAD and modeling tools such as EasyPower, SKM, or ETAP.

Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
Registered Professional Engineer in any US state or able to licensure in others.
Minimum 5 years of power systems engineering experience (design and field).
Proficient with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with power system modeling software (EasyPower, SKM, ETAP).
Experience with protective relays and protection and control/relay retrofit design.
Knowledge of microprocessor-based relay systems is an asset.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the professional development of junior engineering staff.
Manage, plan, and execute engineering projects for a broad range of clients and industries.
Perform power systems analysis and design for industrial and utility sectors.
Design and integrate protective relaying systems (e.g., SEL, GE, Siemens, Schneider).
Develop substation automation systems (e.g., SEL RTAC, RTU, HMI, and communication protocols).
Conduct electrical studies including short-circuit, coordination, arc-flash, grounding, and harmonic analysis.
Prepare, review, and approve electrical drawing packages (e.g., SLDs, three-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams).
Design and upgrade distribution systems (e.g., MCCs, switchgear, relays, breakers, fuses, transformers).
Troubleshoot electrical systems and implement corrective solutions.
Support field commissioning and maintenance activities as needed.
Conduct on-site inspections and data collection.
Prepare engineering proposals, cost estimates, and client deliverables.