Senior Power Systems Protection Engineer | Lead Protection

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with safe harbor matching

Life and Long-Term DisabilityInsurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Supplemental Insurance options

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Electric Power Systems, Inc. is seeking a Senior Power Systems Protection Engineer to join our Olympia, WA team. The role focuses on protection system design, analysis, and project leadership for transmission and distribution networks.

The position requires a BSEE, 5+ years in protection and control, and strong relay theory knowledge. PE license is preferred. Relocation to Olympia is possible, with a comprehensive compensation package including benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
• 5+ years of experience in power system protection and control
• Strong knowledge of protective relay theory and application (SEL, GE Multilin, etc.)
• PE license preferred (or ability to obtain it within a reasonable time frame)
• Experience with short circuit modeling tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, ASPEN) is a plus
• Clear communication skills, with the ability to write technical reports and lead client discussions

Responsibilities

• Conducting protection and coordination studies for transmission and distribution systems (5kV-230kV)
• Developing relay configuration files for substations and small-to-medium generation systems
• Performing short circuit and arc flash hazard studies
• Analyzing event reports and test results, and supporting field commissioning efforts
• Creating detailed protection design drawings and technical documentation
• Leading your own projects, from kickoff to closeout tracking data, coordinating with clients, and managing timelines

Skills

Power system protection

Relay coordination

Short circuit analysis

Client coordination

Report writing

Education

BSEE (Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering)

Tools

ETAP

SKM

ASPEN

Job description

Electric Power Systems, Inc. is seeking a Senior Power Systems Protection Engineer to join our Olympia, WA team. The role focuses on protection system design, analysis, and project leadership for transmission and distribution networks.

The position requires a BSEE, 5+ years in protection and control, and strong relay theory knowledge. PE license is preferred. Relocation to Olympia is possible, with a comprehensive compensation package including benefits.