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Electrical Engineer I
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Electrical Engineer I#26-05627
Salt Lake City, UT
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Starts 10/19/2026
Ends 10/18/2027 Job Description
Join Our Team as a Lead Protection and Control Engineer! Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We're looking for a talented individual to join our dynamic team in Salt Lake City, UT. This vibrant city offers a perfect blend of urban life and stunning natural landscapes, making it an ideal place to live and work. As a Lead Protection and Control Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, working on exciting projects across the US and Canada. This position is responsible for executing Protection and Control Engineering and Consulting services in Transmission, Distribution, and Industrial markets. You will be part of the regional Projects and Services execution team, reporting through the Grid Automation North America Protection and Control Engineering manager. Design and deliver complex protection solutions for generation, transmission, and distribution systems.
Participate in microgrid solutions development including power flow optimization.
Conduct engineering studies such as short circuit, load flow, and arc-flash studies.
Create and test relay setting files for protection and control applications.
Model and simulate power systems using RTDS simulator or equivalent.
Plan and perform factory and site acceptance tests.
Assist in developing software tools to automate engineering processes.
Engage in technical discussions with project managers and customers.
Requirements
B.S or higher degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering specialized in power systems.
Seven (7) years of experience in design, study, and analysis of electric power systems.
Knowledge of power system analysis, fault study, and protection theory.
Experience with study software and tools like Mathcad, MATLAB, and Etap.
Familiarity with substation communication protocols such as IEC 61850, DNP, Modbus.
Proficient in technical report writing, MS Word, and Excel.
Strong communication skills and team-oriented approach.
Preferences
Professional Engineer license in at least one state.
Experience with system commissioning and testing equipment like Doble / Omicron.
Ability to estimate engineering efforts for proposals and projects. Ready to make an impact in the field of electrical engineering? Apply now and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
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