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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 .