Senior Relay Settings Engineer, Substation - Olympia, WA

Description

• Develop and configure protection relay settings, including overcurrent, differential, distance, and backup protection relays.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot relay protection issues and perform root cause analysis when protection schemes fail or relay trips unexpectedly.
• Provide technical support during system commissioning and after installation to resolve any protection system issues.
• Collaborate with other engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure the successful implementation of protection systems.
• Perform coordination studies to ensure proper relay operation and minimize system downtime during fault conditions.
• Support the testing and commissioning of protection relays and control systems to ensure correct operation and compliance with project specifications.
• Use power system modeling tools (e.g., EasyPower, ETAP, DIgSILENT) to simulate and analyze protection systems, fault scenarios, and equipment ratings.
• Design and implement protection systems for utility-scale power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy projects (wind, solar, and BESS).
• Prepare technical documentation, including relay settings, test reports, system protection studies, and coordination diagrams.
• Develop protection schemes and settings for electrical equipment, including transformers, generators, feeders, and substation systems, based on client requirements and system specifications.
• Conduct studies such as fault analysis, short circuit, arc flash, grounding, cable heating, and reactive compensation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., IEEE, IEC, NERC) and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Exemplify DEA’s Cultural Drivers internally and externally.
• 8+ years of experience in protection and relay engineering, with expertise in power systems, electrical protection, and controls.
• Strong leadership, written and oral communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience with power facility construction and commissioning.
• Highly proficient in relay setpoint development including SEL and GE relay programming.
• Proven experience working with utility companies, renewable energy projects, or transmission and distribution systems.
• Registered Professional Engineer.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop technical teams
• Thirteen (13) + years of applicable industry experience.
• Experience managing complex tasks in multidisciplinary projects.
• Experience as Owner’s Engineer or Engineer of Record for utility-scale wind and solar projects.
• Recognized expert in one or more areas related to renewable energy project delivery.
• Highly proficient in applicable industry software (e.g., EasyPower, ETAP, CYMCAP, CDEGS, AcSELerator QuickSet).
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in electrical engineering.

Benefits

• Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
• Retirement: 401k plan
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
• Work-life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
• Potential salary range: $125,000 - $180,000
• Work Schedule: Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off!

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