Lead Protective Relaying Engineer 2

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Sargent & Lundy
Providing engineering, procurement, and construction services to the energy and industrial sectors.
Lead engineer performing power system protection calculations, relay settings, and NERC compliance.
12 days ago ago
$131,960 - $205,330
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Washington, DC
Hybrid
Company Size
4,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Construction Services
Technical Services
Turnkey
Architecture
Sector Specialisms
Nuclear Power
Grid
Decarbonization
Renewable Energy
Conventional Power
Environmental
Oil & Gas
Consulting & Planning
Role
What you would be doing
relay settings
event analysis
hv/ehv
power station
nerc compliance
protection calculations
  • Relaying Event Report analysis
  • Develop relay settings associated with HV/EHV Substation and Transmission Lines
  • Develop relay settings for Power Station Generators, Transformers, Motors and Medium Voltage and Low Voltage protection devices
  • Aiding clients to comply with NERC PRC standards
  • Performing protection system calculations and analysis to support a wide variety of clients
What you bring
etap
skm
pss/e
pe
master's
12 years
  • Experience with Generator, Transformer, and Motor Protection studies
  • Experience with HV/EHV substation and Line Relaying
  • Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred
  • FSA & HSA
  • Successful completion of the Professional Engineering (PE) exam
  • Experience using protection system software such as ETAP, SKM, and Aspen
  • Experience in short circuit analysis and using software programs CAPE or EasyPower
  • Experience with microprocessor-based relays (SEL, Beckwith, GE, ABB, etc) and electro-mechanical relays
  • Experience performing transient analysis of power systems using software such as: PSS/E, ETAP, SKM, PSCAD and EMTP-RV
  • A minimum of 12 years relevant engineering experience with an emphasis in power system protection
  • Experience with NERC PRC compliance evaluations
  • Experience with micro-processor based relay software (SEL AcSELerator, GE Enervista, etc)
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (background in Power/Power Systems) and sufficient industry experience is considered in lieu of an advanced degree
  • Experience with LV Breaker protection
Benefits
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Paid Vacation
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Disability Coverage
  • First Professional Licensure Bonus
  • Paid Holidays
  • Flexible Work Arrangements
  • Merit Scholarship Program
  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Account
  • Back-Up Daycare
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Life & Accident Insurance
Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1891
Year Established
Since its establishment in 1891, the company has consistently provided innovative and impactful services across various industries.
  • The company specializes in providing innovative solutions across the energy and industrial sectors.
  • With a rich legacy, Sargent & Lundy has delivered high-impact projects for utilities, government entities, and large industrial clients.
  • Notable projects include power plants, renewable energy installations, and water treatment facilities.
  • The firm is recognized for its expertise in energy transition solutions, especially in nuclear, solar, and wind sectors.
  • Their global reach includes both large-scale infrastructure projects and localized service offerings tailored to specific industries.
  • Sargent & Lundy thrives on providing full-service capabilities, from design and planning to construction and operations.
  • The company’s engineering prowess is often highlighted by its deep involvement in complex energy systems and environmental solutions.
Culture + Values
$9.8M
Donations to United Way
Over $9.8 million donated to United Way since 1998.
$600k+
Raised for Boys & Girls Clubs
$600,000+ raised for Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago through employee-driven initiatives.
$9.8M
charitable giving
Over $9.8 million donated to United Way since 1998.
  • Quality is ingrained in everything we do – ISO 9001 certified with standardized processes, quality council chaired by the CEO, performance improvement at key project milestones.
  • A culture of meaningful impact – employees engaged in education outreach, mentorship, scholarships and community design projects.
  • Recognized leadership, innovation, compensation & benefits, purpose & values, well-being and professional development via multiple Top Workplaces & Culture Excellence Awards.
  • Nurturing professional development – mentor program, tuition assistance up to 100%, in-house education, license incentives, and ongoing career check-ins.
  • Employee engagement through resource groups and clubs (e.g., AANHPI Minds in Power, Black EmPOWERment, MIND, Prism, SALVO, UNIDOS, Women’s Professional Network)
Environment + Sustainability
93%
Industry Survey Rank
Scored 93% in the Electric Utility Industry Sustainable Supply Chain Alliance advisory survey, highlighting strong sustainability performance.
100%
Renewable Energy Use
Powered Fort Worth office's building with 100% renewable energy, demonstrating commitment to clean energy sources.
3M lbs/month
COâ‚‚ Emissions Reduced
Reduced over 3 million pounds of COâ‚‚ emissions monthly in Fort Worth office's parking garage through sustainability initiatives.
4k lbs
Coffee-Pack Recycling
Doubled coffee-pack recycling to 4,000 pounds in 2023, showcasing waste diversion efforts.
  • Established Sustainability Advisory Council in 2020; annual sustainability reports released (latest April 22, 2024)
  • Tracking Scope 1 & 2 emissions in 2024, initiating Scope 3 tracking in 2025
  • Nine focus areas: governance, performance metrics, office operations, transportation & fuel, water, materials & supply chain, waste & cleaning, stakeholder engagement, process improvement
  • Installed EV charging stations at Chicago HQ
  • Supports clients’ net-zero goals via expertise in grid modernization, renewables, storage, EV infrastructure, nuclear, carbon capture, hydrogen, environmental compliance
Inclusion & Diversity
90% Confidence
Employee Confidence in Leadership
Nearly 90% of employees expressed confidence in company leadership, reflecting strong trust and alignment with organizational direction.
7 Groups
Employee Resource Groups
The company supports and sponsors 7 Employee Resource Groups, fostering diversity and inclusion across various demographics.
7 Categories
Top Workplaces Recognition
Recognized in 7 categories of Top Workplaces awards, including purpose, well-being, appreciation, professional development, open-mindedness, and leadership.
  • Employee Resource Groups supported and sponsored by executives: AANHPI Minds in Power, Black EmPOWERment, MIND (Neurodiversity/Disability), Prism (LGBTQIA+), SALVO (Military Veterans), UNIDOS (Hispanic/Latino), Women’s Professional Network.
  • High marks for a culture where voices are heard and employees feel valued.
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Lead Protective Relaying Engineer 2 at Sargent & Lundy in Washington, DC