System Protection & Studies Project Engineer

HDR

Saint Paul (MN)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

HDR Engineering is seeking a System Protection and Studies (SPS) Project Engineer to join our Power Delivery team. The role involves protective relay calculations, coordination studies, and development of relay settings for substation projects in Minnesota.

You will work under senior engineers and may travel to project sites as needed. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Engineering, a PE license, and prior experience in the Power Market Sector, with proficiency in PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D,

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
Professional Engineer license or PE eligibility recognized by the local licensing board.
Experience with project execution in the Power Market Sector.
Proficiency with MS Office and power delivery design software (PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, Revit).

Responsibilities

Perform protective relay calculations and determine relay set points.
Conduct protective relay coordination studies using short-circuit models.
Develop relay setting files using vendor software.
Produce relay coordination reports meeting NERC‑PRC standards.
Coordinate with P&C design teams and other substation disciplines.
Travel as needed; work under supervision and progressively take ownership on projects.