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Electrical Engineer - Protection & Controls

Electrical Engineer - Protection & Controls

Knowhirematch • Alpharetta, GA, US
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Electrical Power Engineer – Protection & Control

Location :  Alpharetta, GA |  Travel :  ~40% (including air travel)

Type :  Full-Time |  Experience :  4–8 Years

Join a nationally recognized electrical power and control systems engineering firm, currently expanding its offerings in protection and control. We're looking for a highly skilled  Electrical Power Engineer  to join our Alpharetta, GA team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced SCADA integrations, relay programming, and field commissioning for mission-critical electrical infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Configure and program  SEL protection relays and RTACs , including data concentrator functionality, logic, and HMI development.
  • Integrate electrical SCADA systems using platforms like  OSI AspenTech  or similar.
  • Develop relay settings for  GE Multilin and SEL  relays.
  • Perform  field testing, onsite commissioning , and troubleshooting of electrical protection and SCADA systems.
  • Create full  electrical construction packages , including :
  • Single-Line & Three-Line Diagrams
  • Schematics / Elementary Diagrams
  • Interconnection & Logic Diagrams
  • Maintain accurate documentation for all protection, control, and SCADA configurations.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure deliverables meet technical standards and budget goals.
  • Provide after-hours technical support as needed.
  • Assist in developing technical proposals and cost estimates for new project bids.

Requirements

Required Skills & Experience

  • 4–8 years of hands-on engineering experience in protection & control systems.
  • Proficient in  SEL RTAC programming  and  SCADA system integration .
  • Deep understanding of  communication protocols : DNP3, MMS, GOOSE, and  IEC 61850 .
  • Strong knowledge of  relay settings , SCADA architecture, and HMI development.
  • Familiarity with  NEC, NESC , and  IEEE 3000 series  standards.
  • Proficiency with  ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower  for power system modeling.
  • Fluent in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
  • Education & Certifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required.
  • Completion of the  FE (Fundamentals of Engineering)  exam.
  • Benefits

    Benefits

  • Competitive salary + discretionary bonus for hours worked beyond 80 biweekly.
  • Flexible  Benefit Time Off (BTO)  – for vacation, sick time, holidays, or cash payout.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) .
  • 401(k)  with employer matching.
  • Company-paid  health insurance .
  • Sponsored  health club membership .
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