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Electrical Engineer - Utility Industry

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US Tech Solutions

Charlotte, NC (In Person)

$104,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/20/2026

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Job Description

$40-$60 per hour Charlotte, NC Contract
  • Duration:
    06+ Months
Note:
Hybrid:
3 days in office
  • Job Summary:
  • + Client is seeking a contract Protection / Asset Classification Engineer to support device and relay classification activities across multiple sites within the DEC and DEP regions.
+ This role focuses on evaluating protective devices, understanding how they are used and connected, and accurately classifying them in accordance with Client's standards. + This position is well-suited for an early- to mid-level engineer with a strong analytical mindset and foundational knowledge of power system protection.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • + Review and classify protection-related devices across assigned sites + Determine device impact classifications (e.
g., low impact, medium impact, non-DZ) per Client's standards + Apply internal coding and classification systems accurately and consistently + Understand and evaluate protective relays, including: + What the relay protects + How the relay functions + How the relay is connected within protection schemes + Perform high-level reviews of protection schemes (no detailed design required) + Document classifications and findings across a high volume of sites (approximately 300-400 sites over 6 months) + Collaborate with internal stakeholders as needed to clarify classifications or standards
  • Required Qualifications
  • + Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical Engineering preferred) or equivalent experience + Basic understanding of: + Protective relays + Power system protection concepts + Electrical systems within a utility environment + Strong analytical, detail-oriented mindset + Ability to quickly learn and apply internal standards and classification criteria + Comfortable working independently after a short training period •Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications•+ Utility, power, or energy industry experience + Exposure to protection schemes or substation equipment + Experience performing classification, assessment, or data-driven engineering work.
  • About US Tech Solutions:
  • US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions.
To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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