Senior Protective Relaying Engineer 2

Sargent & Lundy; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k)

Flexible work arrangements

Paid time off

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Senior Electrical Protection Engineer to lead protection studies and relay settings for HV/EHV substations, generators, transformers, and motors. The role offers a hybrid schedule with a mix of on-site and remote work in the U.S.

and requires extensive experience in power system protection. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s in electrical engineering (master’s/PhD preferred) with 7+ years’ related experience and proficiency in protection software such as ETAP,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; Power Systems focus.
• 7+ years with power system protection.
• Experience with microprocessor relays (SEL, Beckwith, GE, ABB).
• Experience with relay software (SEL AcSELerator, GE Enervista).
• Protection studies for generators, transformers, motors.
• HV/EHV substation and line relaying experience.
• LV breaker protection.
• Experience with ETAP, SKM, and Aspen.
• Experience with NERC PRC compliance evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Performing protection system calculations and analysis to support a wide variety of clients.
• Develop relay settings associated with HV/EHV Substation and Transmission Lines.
• Develop relay settings for Power Station Generators, Transformers, Motors and Medium Voltage and Low Voltage protection devices.
• Aiding clients to comply with NERC PRC standards.
• Relaying Event Report analysis

Skills

Power systems

Protection engineering

Relays: SEL/GE/ABB

AcSELerator software

ETAP/SKM/Aspen

NERC PRC compliance

HV/EHV substation relaying

Generator protection

LV breaker protection

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Master’s or PhD preferred

Tools

SEL AcSELerator

GE Enervista

ETAP

SKM

Aspen

Job description

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

WORK LOCATION: This position allows for a hybrid / flexible work schedule with a mix of work spent on site at the Sargent & Lundy office and working remote from home.

This senior engineering position is within Sargent & Lundy's Electrical Analytical Division and will be responsible for the following:

• Performing protection system calculations and analysis to support a wide variety of clients
• Develop relay settings associated with HV/EHV Substation and Transmission Lines
• Develop relay settings for Power Station Generators, Transformers, Motors and Medium Voltage and Low Voltage protection devices
• Aiding clients to comply with NERC PRC standards
• Relaying Event Report analysis

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential Skills And Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (background in Power/Power Systems) and sufficient industry experience is considered in lieu of an advanced degree. Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering is preferred.
• 7 or more years relevant engineering experience with an emphasis in power system protection
• Experience with microprocessor-based relays (SEL, Beckwith, GE, ABB, etc ) and electro-mechanical relays
• Experience with micro- processor based relay software (SEL AcSELerator , GE Enervista , etc )
• Experience with Generator, Transformer, and Motor Protection studies
• Experience with HV/EHV substation and Line Relaying
• Experience with LV Breaker protection
• Experience using protection system software such as ETAP, SKM, and Aspen
• Experience with NERC PRC compliance evaluations

Valued But Not Required Skills And Experience

• Successful completion of the Professional Engineering (PE) exam
• Experience performing transient analysis of power systems using software such as: PSS/E, ETAP, SKM, PSCAD and EMTP-RV
• Experience in short circuit analysis and using software programs CAPE or EasyPower

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work.

We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.

Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

About Sargent & Lundy

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness

Financial Benefits

Work-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$100,019 - $152,807

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.