Substation Protection Engineer II - Relay & Projects

Omaha Public Power District; Elkhorn Precinct (NE); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Omaha Public Power District is seeking an Electrical Substation Engineer II to design relay replacement packages, support equipment replacement planning, and contribute to broader substation projects. You will expand your knowledge of protective relays and system performance while coordinating with cross-functional teams.

The role involves field and office work, with travel to service locations as needed. A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and 2+ years in substation or power system

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years experience in substation, protection, or power system engineering.
• Working knowledge of protective relays and relay logic.
• Ability to interpret and develop electrical schematics, one lines, and control diagrams.
• Experience with engineering analysis and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design substation projects including relay replacements, equipment upgrades, and facility modifications; with growing independence and limited oversight.
• Perform engineering analyses to evaluate relay performance, identify root causes of system events, and recommend practical solutions.
• Support project planning by developing scopes, estimates, material lists, and schedule inputs for substation construction and maintenance work.
• Prepare clear, accurate engineering documentation that supports project execution and technical decision making.
• Engage in training and QC reviews to enhance technical skills and promote design consistency across the team.
• Participate in cross-functional discussions to support operational alignment and project coordination.

Skills

Substation engineering

Protective relays

Electrical schematics

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Omaha Public Power District is seeking an Electrical Substation Engineer II to design relay replacement packages, support equipment replacement planning, and contribute to broader substation projects. You will expand your knowledge of protective relays and system performance while coordinating with cross-functional teams.

The role involves field and office work, with travel to service locations as needed. A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and 2+ years in substation or power system