Senior Hydroelectric Protection & Control Engineer

Ulteig

Rancho Cordova (CA)

On-site

USD 143,100 - 191,600

Full time

14 days+
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Flexible Workplace
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Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

Ulteig is looking for a qualified Sr. Protection Engineer based in California to lead design, development, and commissioning of protection systems for hydroelectric facilities. This role demands strong technical expertise, with responsibilities including developing technical plans, providing field support, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, significant engineering experience, and a Professional Engineer (PE) license. The position involves travel across California and offers a competitive salary with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of engineering experience required.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration is required.
  • On-site commissioning experience is a plus.
  • Experience producing and/or reviewing design deliverables.

Responsibilities

  • Develop design packages for protective relay replacement.
  • Lead commissioning activities and troubleshooting support.
  • Provide technical guidance to engineers and technicians.
  • Create plans and ensure compliance with engineering standards.

Skills

Protection system engineering practices
Technical guidance
SCADA systems knowledge
Troubleshooting protection schemes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
Master's Degree in Engineering

Tools

SEL AcSELerator Quickset
ETAP
AutoCAD

Job description

Ulteig is looking for a qualified Sr. Protection Engineer based in California to lead design, development, and commissioning of protection systems for hydroelectric facilities. This role demands strong technical expertise, with responsibilities including developing technical plans, providing field support, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, significant engineering experience, and a Professional Engineer (PE) license. The position involves travel across California and offers a competitive salary with comprehensive benefits.

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