Protection Engineer - Hydro & Pumping
Core
Design and commission protective relay systems for hydroelectric facilities and substations, including field demolition, construction support, and troubleshooting.
Role type
Senior IC protection engineer (hydro & pumping)
Builds
Protective relay replacement packages, relay setting files, test plans, SCADA point lists, and HMI screens.
Domain
Power generation (hydro) and electrical infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Protective relay testing, one-line diagram creation, AC/DC schematic design, control panel layout, protection scheme functional verification, SCADA programming, relay setting calculation, event analysis, technical direction, report preparation, client coordination
Preferred skills
Commissioning experience, CT/PT wiring injection, protective relay troubleshooting, high-voltage substation equipment knowledge, NERC PRC standards, design standards application, efficiency-focused engineering approaches
Technologies
SEL AcSELerator Quickset, SEL AcSELerator RTAC, SEL SynchoWAVe, ASPEN OneLiner, GE Enervista UR Setup, EasyPower, ETAP, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, AI Copilot
Responsibilities
Develop complete design packages for protective relay replacement projects, lead on-site commissioning efforts, handle on-site or remote troubleshooting, apply protection system engineering principles across various assets, develop relay setting files and test plans, create SCADA point lists and HMI screens, prepare plans and specifications, recommend design changes, communicate with clients
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with technical leadership