Protection Engineer

Electrical Consultants, Inc.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid vacation and personal days

Paid parental leave

Professional education reimbursement

Job summary

A leading power engineering consulting firm in Tacoma, WA is seeking an experienced Protection Engineer to develop power system protection services. The role entails conducting relay operation analysis and mentoring less experienced engineers. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience and a BSEE degree. This position offers a competitive salary between $107,000 and $120,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits including insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of protection engineering experience required.
• P.E. license preferred.
• Willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Develop power system protection services.
• Conduct relay operation analysis.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.

Skills

Protection engineering

SEL relay settings

Communication skills

Planning and organization

Education

BSEE or equivalent degree

Tools

ASPEN OneLiner

PSSE CAPE

Job description

Protection Engineer

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consulting firm that provides engineering, system planning, technical consultation, project management and construction services to electric utilities, energy developers and industrials across the United States. We are seeking an experienced Protection Engineer to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Develop power system protection services, including system model development, short circuit analysis, relay settings, area coordination studies and standards development.
• Conduct relay operation analysis and provide technical reviews of drawings and relay settings.
• Mentor less experienced engineers through direct training and technical review of work.

Minimum Requirements

• BSEE or equivalent degree.
• 5+ years of protection engineering experience.
• Experience with SEL relay settings.
• Knowledge of ASPEN OneLiner or PSSE CAPE.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organization, planning, and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to meet fast‑paced project schedules.
• P.E. license preferred.

Compensation

$107,000 – $120,000 annually (salary commensurate with experience).

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Health savings account.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• 401(k) with profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan.
• Paid vacation, personal days and holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Continued professional education reimbursement.

Additional Information

Occasional travel/driving required. Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status. Client‑mandated drug and background checks may apply.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.