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Sr. Relay Settings Engineer

The Haskell Company

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MADISON, WI
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Professional Engineer License Or Ability To ObtainBachelor's degree

Job overview

The Senior Protection Engineer will develop, implement, and validate protective relaying systems for substations, transmission lines, distribution feeders, and generation interconnects. The role leads protection studies, coordinates with field personnel and clients, and oversees work from relay logic and settings through commissioning support. It also provides technical direction to junior engineers, manages quality reviews, and presents study results and recommendations to clients and engineering leaders.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Relay SettingsProtection CoordinationSubstation ProtectionProtective Relay Principles

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering5+ Years System Protection ExperienceProfessional Engineer License or Ability to Obtain

Full job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: In this role, we're seeking a highly skilled Senior Protection Engineer with expertise in relay settings, protection & control (P&C), and system coordination to join our Power Delivery team. You'll play a critical role in the development, implementation, and validation of protective relaying systems for substations, transmission lines, distribution feeders, and generation interconnects. You'll also lead protection studies, coordinate closely with field personnel and clients, and drive excellence across all aspects of relay protection - from logic diagrams to final settings and commissioning support. Your Responsibilities will Include: Develop and review protection and coordination studies for utility systems ranging from 5kV to 500kV. Calculate and implement relay settings using vendor tools (SEL AcSELerator, GE EnerVista, etc.). Analyze short circuit, arc flash, and protection coordination studies using software such as ASPEN OneLiner, CAPE, ETAP, or SKM. Generate native configuration files for protective relays (SEL, GE Multilin, etc.). Create and review protection and control drawings, including one-lines, three-lines, AC/DC schematics, logic diagrams, and panel wiring. Technical Leadership & Project Oversight Lead engineering efforts across all project phases-from kickoff to final commissioning-for multiple utility and industrial clients. Mentor and provide technical direction to junior engineers and designers. Oversee QA/QC processes for deliverables including relay settings, studies, and P&C design packages. Coordinate with cross-functional teams (SCADA, communications, substation design, civil/structural) to ensure design alignment. Support commissioning efforts, including analysis of event reports, logic testing, and field troubleshooting. Client & Stakeholder Engagement Serve as a technical point of contact with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Present protection philosophies, study results, and technical recommendations to engineering managers and client leadership. Develop clear, detailed technical documentation and study reports for regulatory and operational use. Education & Years of Experience: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an accredited university. 5+ years of hands-on experience in system protection and relay settings within T&D environments. Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain one within a reasonable time. To Thrive in This Role, You Will Need: Proficient in protective relay principles, power system protection coordination, and substation protection... For full info follow application link. Haskell is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Haskell is a drug free workplace. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/EBCB3F58C1184B89

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