Protection Systems Engineer — Power Grid Reliability

TXU Energy (Vistra Corp); Irving (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Luminant Generation Company LLC is seeking a System Protection Engineer to support generation fleet protection systems including differential protections, relaying, and protection coordination.

The role emphasizes independent task execution, effective communication, and collaborative work across sites. Primary work location may be at a Luminant site or corporate office, with potential travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum 6 years related job experience.
• Strong knowledge of power systems and protection schemes.

Responsibilities

• Identify and perform tasks to meet objectives.
• Lead interpretation and analysis of complex issues.
• Coordinate projects through completion.
• Prepare and present technical reports.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Protection systems

ETAP

SEL software

NERC PRC standards

Power systems

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SEL software

Test equipment software

Job description

Luminant Generation Company LLC is seeking a System Protection Engineer to support generation fleet protection systems including differential protections, relaying, and protection coordination.

The role emphasizes independent task execution, effective communication, and collaborative work across sites. Primary work location may be at a Luminant site or corporate office, with potential travel.