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Base pay range
$110,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr
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
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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