Global Technical Talent, an Inc. 5000 Company
Transmission & Distribution Engineer
Global Technical Talent, an Inc. 5000 Company, Pomona, California, United States, 91768
Primary Job Title
Transmission & Distribution Engineer
Alternate/Related Job Titles
Electrical Protection Engineer
Protection & Controls Engineer
Relay Settings Engineer
Power Systems Engineer
Location Pomona, CA
Onsite Flexibility Hybrid (In-office Wednesdays and Thursdays each week; remote option available for candidates with 5+ years of relevant experience. 100% remote possible for the right candidate.)
Contract Details
Position Type: Contract
Contract Duration: Approximately 18 months
Start: As Soon As Possible
Pay Rate: $60.00-$75.00 per hour
Job Summary The
Transmission & Distribution Engineer
supports capital program projects including DSP, TSP, SUB IR, and DSERP initiatives. This role focuses on
protection and control engineering , performing system modeling, short‑circuit and coordination studies, and developing
relay settings
for substation and transmission systems. The engineer will work with multiple stakeholders to ensure compliance with
NERC
and
WECC
standards while supporting commissioning, QA, and relay logic design efforts.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Support capital program projects as needed (DSP, TSP, SUB IR, DSERP, etc.).
Gather and evaluate line, transformer, and generator data to model systems in
CAPE ,
CYME , and other protection software.
Perform
short‑circuit and protection coordination studies
and develop corresponding relay settings.
Issue substation relays and field auto‑recloser settings (Client, SEL, and Electromagnetic) via
ASPEN relay database .
Support
Test Technicians
during commissioning, review and approve returned “as‑left” relay setting files, and make necessary revisions.
Conduct system studies and provide protection requirements for design.
Provide ongoing support to Test Technicians and Operators.
Perform QA review of protection deliverables, including settings, logic diagrams, and calculation sheets.
Review and sign off on one‑line, AC/DC, and logic drawings to ensure design quality.
Collaborate with Substation, Distribution Field, Project, and Apparatus Engineers to deliver reliable, compliant protection designs.
Occasional field travel for job walks or testing support as required.
Long‑Term Responsibilities
QA support for review of protection deliverables (settings, relay electronic files, calculations, logic).
Design and validate
protective relaying systems
to ensure reliability of the grid.
Participate in relay setting development and review to maintain compliance with
WECC and NERC PRC
requirements.
Required Experience
Bachelor’s degree in
Electrical Engineering
or related technical discipline.
10+ years of experience in
protection, substation, or distribution engineering
within the electric utility industry or equivalent.
Licensed
Professional Engineer (PE) .
Proven experience developing and peer‑reviewing
protective relay settings
from 12kV to 765kV.
Expertise with
Schweitzer (SEL)
and
GE (Client EnerVista)
relays.
Deep understanding of
NERC PRC compliance , fault analysis, and coordination studies.
Hands‑on experience with
CAPE ,
ASPEN , and
CYME
tools.
Knowledge of digital logic design, AC/DC schematics, and system one‑line diagrams.
Desired Experience & Attributes
Experience programming relay settings and preparing documentation for
Test Technicians .
Knowledge of
substation automation ,
transformer protection , and
auto‑recloser settings .
Experience with
Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, and Project .
Strong communication and project coordination skills.
Ability to deliver quality engineering work under minimal supervision.
Core Technical Skills (Top 3 Focus Areas)
Engineering Drawings & Schematics:
Ability to read and interpret one‑line, elementary, DC/AC, and logic diagrams.
System Evaluation:
Evaluate physical system characteristics to develop accurate operational relay settings.
Relay Programming:
Translate developed settings into
electronic relay programming files
(experience with Schweitzer and GE relays preferred).
Additional Notes
Utilities industry experience preferred but not required.
Must demonstrate ability to stay current with technology and industry best practices.
Benefits
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401k Retirement Fund
About the Client Major California electric utility delivering power to millions. Committed to reliable, clean energy, we serve a vast region spanning central, coastal, and Southern California. We’re pioneers in sustainable energy solutions, reducing carbon emissions, and improving air quality. Join our diverse team of problem‑solvers and help power California’s future.
About GTT GTT is a minority‑owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American‑owned company in Alaska. As a Native American‑owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients include Fortune 500 energy, technology, life sciences, and utility companies across the U.S. and Canada.
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Alternate/Related Job Titles
Electrical Protection Engineer
Protection & Controls Engineer
Relay Settings Engineer
Power Systems Engineer
Location Pomona, CA
Onsite Flexibility Hybrid (In-office Wednesdays and Thursdays each week; remote option available for candidates with 5+ years of relevant experience. 100% remote possible for the right candidate.)
Contract Details
Position Type: Contract
Contract Duration: Approximately 18 months
Start: As Soon As Possible
Pay Rate: $60.00-$75.00 per hour
Job Summary The
Transmission & Distribution Engineer
supports capital program projects including DSP, TSP, SUB IR, and DSERP initiatives. This role focuses on
protection and control engineering , performing system modeling, short‑circuit and coordination studies, and developing
relay settings
for substation and transmission systems. The engineer will work with multiple stakeholders to ensure compliance with
NERC
and
WECC
standards while supporting commissioning, QA, and relay logic design efforts.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Support capital program projects as needed (DSP, TSP, SUB IR, DSERP, etc.).
Gather and evaluate line, transformer, and generator data to model systems in
CAPE ,
CYME , and other protection software.
Perform
short‑circuit and protection coordination studies
and develop corresponding relay settings.
Issue substation relays and field auto‑recloser settings (Client, SEL, and Electromagnetic) via
ASPEN relay database .
Support
Test Technicians
during commissioning, review and approve returned “as‑left” relay setting files, and make necessary revisions.
Conduct system studies and provide protection requirements for design.
Provide ongoing support to Test Technicians and Operators.
Perform QA review of protection deliverables, including settings, logic diagrams, and calculation sheets.
Review and sign off on one‑line, AC/DC, and logic drawings to ensure design quality.
Collaborate with Substation, Distribution Field, Project, and Apparatus Engineers to deliver reliable, compliant protection designs.
Occasional field travel for job walks or testing support as required.
Long‑Term Responsibilities
QA support for review of protection deliverables (settings, relay electronic files, calculations, logic).
Design and validate
protective relaying systems
to ensure reliability of the grid.
Participate in relay setting development and review to maintain compliance with
WECC and NERC PRC
requirements.
Required Experience
Bachelor’s degree in
Electrical Engineering
or related technical discipline.
10+ years of experience in
protection, substation, or distribution engineering
within the electric utility industry or equivalent.
Licensed
Professional Engineer (PE) .
Proven experience developing and peer‑reviewing
protective relay settings
from 12kV to 765kV.
Expertise with
Schweitzer (SEL)
and
GE (Client EnerVista)
relays.
Deep understanding of
NERC PRC compliance , fault analysis, and coordination studies.
Hands‑on experience with
CAPE ,
ASPEN , and
CYME
tools.
Knowledge of digital logic design, AC/DC schematics, and system one‑line diagrams.
Desired Experience & Attributes
Experience programming relay settings and preparing documentation for
Test Technicians .
Knowledge of
substation automation ,
transformer protection , and
auto‑recloser settings .
Experience with
Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, and Project .
Strong communication and project coordination skills.
Ability to deliver quality engineering work under minimal supervision.
Core Technical Skills (Top 3 Focus Areas)
Engineering Drawings & Schematics:
Ability to read and interpret one‑line, elementary, DC/AC, and logic diagrams.
System Evaluation:
Evaluate physical system characteristics to develop accurate operational relay settings.
Relay Programming:
Translate developed settings into
electronic relay programming files
(experience with Schweitzer and GE relays preferred).
Additional Notes
Utilities industry experience preferred but not required.
Must demonstrate ability to stay current with technology and industry best practices.
Benefits
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401k Retirement Fund
About the Client Major California electric utility delivering power to millions. Committed to reliable, clean energy, we serve a vast region spanning central, coastal, and Southern California. We’re pioneers in sustainable energy solutions, reducing carbon emissions, and improving air quality. Join our diverse team of problem‑solvers and help power California’s future.
About GTT GTT is a minority‑owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American‑owned company in Alaska. As a Native American‑owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients include Fortune 500 energy, technology, life sciences, and utility companies across the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number 25-26956 #gttjobs
#J-18808-Ljbffr