Relay Settings Engineer

Rrc-Power-and-Energ; Round Rock (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k matching

Bonus eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

RRSP matching (Canada)

Job summary

RRC is seeking a talented Relay Settings Engineer to help build the future of energy production across the U.S. and Canada.

The role supports protection and control engineering for transmission, distribution, substations, and renewable facilities, with remote work and multiple office locations. You will perform coordination studies, fault analysis, and protection scheme reviews, using ETAP, ASPEN, SKM, CAPE, or similar tools, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Electrical or Renewable Energy Engineering.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• PE license in US or ability to obtain.
• 5+ years of relay settings or protection and control experience.
• Knowledge of IEEE and NERC standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and calculate protective relay settings for transmission, distribution, substations, and renewable energy facilities.
• Perform relay coordination studies, short circuit studies, and fault analysis.
• Review protection schemes, one-line diagrams, and relay logic diagrams for accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with utilities, project managers, and field personnel during project execution.
• Support commissioning, testing, and energization activities for substations and equipment.
• Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with industry standards and client specs.

Skills

Protection principles

Relay coordination

Power systems engineering

Project coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Energy Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

ETAP

ASPEN

SKM

CAPE

Job description

RRC is seeking a talented Relay Settings Engineer to help us build the future of both U.S. and Canada energy production from both remote work locations and any one of our U.S. or Canadian office locations. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape.RRC CORE VALUESMust understand and personify RRC’s core values:Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectationsEmployee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team membersQuality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneouslyAbove and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist othersESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDevelop and calculate protective relay settings for transmission, distribution, substations, and renewable energy facilitiesPerform relay coordination studies, short circuit studies, and fault analysis for utility and industrial power systemsSupport the design, implementation, and review of protection schemesInvestigate relay operations and assist with troubleshooting protection system issuesPrepare relay settings files, technical calculations, coordination reports, and supporting engineering documentationReview one-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, relay logic diagrams, and protection and control drawings for accuracy and complianceUtilize modeling and analysis software such as ETAP, ASPEN, SKM, CAPE, or similar tools to support engineering studies and relay coordinationCoordinate with utilities, project managers, field personnel, and multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout project executionSupport commissioning, testing, and energization activities for substations and power system equipmentMaintain documentation and ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, utility requirements, and client specificationsSupport project schedules, budgets, and deliverables while maintaining quality work and client satisfactionMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field requiredMaster’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field preferred5+ years of related experience in relay settings, protection and control engineering, or power systems engineeringProfessional Engineering (PE) license in the U.S. or P.Eng. in Canada (or ability to obtainStrong understanding of power system protection principles and relay coordination practicesWorking experience and familiarity with Distance Relays, Differential Relays, and Overcurrent RelaysExperience developing relay settings for transmission and distribution systemsKnowledge of IEEE, NERC, and applicable utility protection standardsExperience using modeling and power system analysis tools such as ETAP, ASPEN, SKM, or similar softwareAbility to perform coordination studies, fault analysis, and protection system troubleshootingAbility to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, relay logic diagrams, and wiring drawingsStrong analytical, organizational, technical writing, and communication skillsAbility to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environmentSelf-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environmentBENEFITSRRC is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including:Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.Health, dental, and vision insurance401k matchingBonus eligibilityTuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuitsRRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)RRC thanks you for your interest in joining RRC. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Visit our website www.RRCcompanies.com for more information.No recruiters or staffing firms please.In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.RRC Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and assessment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources or the recruitment contact listed in this posting.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.