Electrical Engineer, Relay Settings

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. Develop relay settings and protection philosophies for distribution equipment, including transformers, bus, breaker control, distribution feeders, and related equipment .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $98,614 - $167,644 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing relay settings and protection philosophies for electrical distribution systems, with proficiency in power simulation programs and strong technical report writing skills. Capable of mentoring engineers and managing projects effectively while ensuring adherence to quality objectives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Relay Settings DevelopmentProtection Philosophy DesignPower Simulation ModelingProfessional Engineering LicenseIEC 61850 Communication Protocol

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Hard Skills

Electrical Engineering TheoriesRelay Testing SupportSchweitzer Relay Settings69kV Viper Recloser ApplicationsSpreadsheet-Based Analysis

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsEffective CommunicationMentoring and Training

Tools & Technologies

CAPEASPENCYMEMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Access

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineering License

Industry Keywords

Distribution EquipmentTransformer ProtectionBreaker ControlRemote Field SupportProject Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop relay settings and protection philosophies for distribution equipment, including transformers, bus, breaker control, distribution feeders, and related equipment
Review protection and control design packages
Provide remote field support to relay test engineers during installation of settings
Model electrical systems using power simulation programs such as CAPE, ASPEN, and CYME
Create thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, and calculations
Continuously improve job-related engineering, technical, and professional knowledge, skills, and performance
Mentor and train less experienced engineers in power engineering theories and principles
Work collaboratively with the team while meeting project deadlines and quality objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Engineering, preferably electrical or computer engineering
5+ years of experience developing relay settings and protection philosophies for transmission, sub-transmission or distribution equipment
5+ years of experience in electrical engineering theories and principles
Professional Engineering license in at least one state (preferred)
Experience with 69kV viper recloser applications
Experience in IEC 61850 communication protocol
Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Excel, Word, and/or Access
Ability to plan and manage assignments and clearly communicate barriers to complete tasks on budget/schedule
Experience using computer software tools to model engineering problems, program automation systems, and prepare spreadsheet-based analyses and automation
Experience developing settings for Schweitzer relays
Ability to work remotely without supervision
Strong organizational skills
Must submit the application directly

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote, flexible schedule, work-life balance
Donation matching
Volunteer opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Access to professional development resources
401k matching
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Equal opportunity workplace
Reasonable accommodations for disabilities, veterans, and sincerely held religious beliefs