Relay Settings Engineer
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Relay Settings Engineer developing protective relay settings and power-system studies. Supporting renewable energy and utility projects for RRC, a U.S. multidisciplinary engineering firm.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and calculate protective relay settings for transmission, distribution, substations, and renewable energy facilities
- Perform relay coordination studies, short circuit studies, and fault analysis for utility and industrial power systems
- Support the design, implementation, and review of protection schemes
- Investigate relay operations and assist with troubleshooting protection system issues
- Prepare relay settings files, technical calculations, coordination reports, and supporting engineering documentation
- Review one-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, relay logic diagrams, and protection and control drawings for accuracy and compliance
- Utilize modeling and analysis software such as ETAP, ASPEN, SKM, CAPE, or similar tools to support engineering studies and relay coordination
- Coordinate with utilities, project managers, field personnel, and multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout project execution
- Support commissioning, testing, and energization activities for substations and power system equipment
- Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, utility requirements, and client specifications
- Support project schedules, budgets, and deliverables while maintaining quality work and client satisfaction
- Understand and personify RRC’s core values, including client satisfaction, employee happiness, quality work, and going above and beyond
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field required
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field preferred
- 5+ years of related experience in relay settings, protection and control engineering, or power systems engineering
- Professional Engineering (PE) license in the U.S. or P.Eng. in Canada (or ability to obtain)
- Strong understanding of power system protection principles and relay coordination practices
- Working experience and familiarity with Distance Relays, Differential Relays, and Overcurrent Relays
- Experience developing relay settings for transmission and distribution systems
- Knowledge of IEEE, NERC, and applicable utility protection standards
- Experience using modeling and power system analysis tools such as ETAP, ASPEN, SKM, or similar software
- Ability to perform coordination studies, fault analysis, and protection system troubleshooting
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, relay logic diagrams, and wiring drawings
- Strong analytical, organizational, technical writing, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Ability to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States upon hire
- Ability to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire
Benefits:
- Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k matching
- Bonus eligibility
- Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
- RRSP matching (Canada)
- 401k matching (US)
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