Relay Protection and Controls Engineer at Ampirical in Boise, ID | USD78,000-141,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

protection schemes

drawing packages

equipment sizing

load calculations

field support

client interface

Identify proper protection and control schemes for transmission and distribution substations.
Create drawing packages for substation relay protection that include wiring diagrams, schematics, protection panels, one-line, and three-line diagrams.
Interface with clients and vendors.
Identify proper equipment sizing and order material.
Ensure the maintenance and adherence of customer standards as it pertains to relay protection.
Prepare scopes of work and estimates for evaluating and designing substations.
Perform load calculations for load panels, battery systems, voltage drop, and other various substation components.
Perform substation field support and field pre-inspection for “turn-key” substation projects consisting of protection panels, circuit switchers, circuit breakers, transformers, control house, and supporting equipment.
Select proper protection devices for equipment within a substation.
Mentor new engineers.

Requirements

bsee

pe

etap

autocad

scada

2+ yrs

Experience working with the electric utility industry or petro-chemical industry.
2+ years of experience engineering/designing electrical systems within the Utilities or Energy industry
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
Experience with ETAP, WinIGS, IEEE 88/998
PE Certification
Knowledge and understanding of one or more of the following skillsets: SCADA, automation, relay settings, RTU configuration, and Protection & Controls engineering terms and concepts are a plus.
Experience using Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Bentley MicroStation and/or Bentley Substation software to develop 2D drawings or 3D models are a plus.
BSEE Degree with 6+ years of experience.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

127M Revenue

Annual Revenue

The company generates $127 million in annual revenue as a multi-million-dollar enterprise.

78,000 Sq Ft

Headquarters Size

The company constructed a 78,000 square foot headquarters in Louisiana, demonstrating significant growth and investment.

10 Years

Job Creation Duration

Over a decade, the company created hundreds of skilled engineering jobs through its headquarters expansion.

2024 Funded

Growth Funding

In 2024, the company secured funding from SkyKnight Capital to expand its software and power-grid capabilities.

Began as a close-knit engineering startup focused on rebuilding and modernizing electrical infrastructure after Katrina.
Provides turnkey engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services for high-voltage transmission lines, distribution networks, substations, and protective relay systems.
Blends traditional design services with cutting-edge 3D modeling, cybersecurity, and custom software tools for monitoring and control.
Serves high-profile clients including investor-owned utilities, rural co-ops, municipalities, and renewable energy developers.

Culture + Values

Customer Success is Our Success: We take pride in delivering impactful results for our clients.
Innovation with Purpose: We solve complex challenges with creativity, driving long-term value.
Excellence as Standard: We consistently exceed expectations through quality, integrity, and commitment.
Collaboration: We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and work together to achieve shared goals.
Accountability: We take ownership of our actions and results, ensuring transparency and trust.

Environment + Sustainability

By 2050

Net Zero Commitment

Committed to achieving net zero emissions, demonstrating a long-term environmental goal.

Reducing carbon footprint through energy efficiency and sustainable practices.
Implementing waste reduction strategies and promoting recycling in operations.
Incorporating sustainable technologies into projects to minimize environmental impact.

Inclusion & Diversity

30% Representation

Women in Workforce

Current representation of women within the organization.

30% by 2030

Gender Parity Goal

Aim to achieve equal representation of genders across all levels of the organization.

Promotes a culture of inclusion and belonging with initiatives to increase diverse representation.
Supports employee resource groups and mentorship programs to enhance diversity and career growth.

Articles

Ampirical LinkedIn – About & Specialties

Ampirical Careers on FlexJobs

Ampirical Growth Investment News

Role

Description

protection schemes

drawing packages

equipment sizing

load calculations

field support

client interface

Identify proper protection and control schemes for transmission and distribution substations.
Create drawing packages for substation relay protection that include wiring diagrams, schematics, protection panels, one-line, and three-line diagrams.
Interface with clients and vendors.
Identify proper equipment sizing and order material.
Ensure the maintenance and adherence of customer standards as it pertains to relay protection.
Prepare scopes of work and estimates for evaluating and designing substations.
Perform load calculations for load panels, battery systems, voltage drop, and other various substation components.
Perform substation field support and field pre-inspection for “turn-key” substation projects consisting of protection panels, circuit switchers, circuit breakers, transformers, control house, and supporting equipment.
Select proper protection devices for equipment within a substation.
Mentor new engineers.

Requirements

bsee

pe

etap

autocad

scada

2+ yrs

Experience working with the electric utility industry or petro-chemical industry.
2+ years of experience engineering/designing electrical systems within the Utilities or Energy industry
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
Experience with ETAP, WinIGS, IEEE 88/998
PE Certification
Knowledge and understanding of one or more of the following skillsets: SCADA, automation, relay settings, RTU configuration, and Protection & Controls engineering terms and concepts are a plus.
Experience using Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Bentley MicroStation and/or Bentley Substation software to develop 2D drawings or 3D models are a plus.
BSEE Degree with 6+ years of experience.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

127M Revenue

Annual Revenue

The company generates $127 million in annual revenue as a multi-million-dollar enterprise.

78,000 Sq Ft

Headquarters Size

The company constructed a 78,000 square foot headquarters in Louisiana, demonstrating significant growth and investment.

10 Years

Job Creation Duration

Over a decade, the company created hundreds of skilled engineering jobs through its headquarters expansion.

2024 Funded

Growth Funding

In 2024, the company secured funding from SkyKnight Capital to expand its software and power-grid capabilities.

Began as a close-knit engineering startup focused on rebuilding and modernizing electrical infrastructure after Katrina.
Provides turnkey engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services for high-voltage transmission lines, distribution networks, substations, and protective relay systems.
Blends traditional design services with cutting-edge 3D modeling, cybersecurity, and custom software tools for monitoring and control.
Serves high-profile clients including investor-owned utilities, rural co-ops, municipalities, and renewable energy developers.

Culture + Values

Customer Success is Our Success: We take pride in delivering impactful results for our clients.
Innovation with Purpose: We solve complex challenges with creativity, driving long-term value.
Excellence as Standard: We consistently exceed expectations through quality, integrity, and commitment.
Collaboration: We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and work together to achieve shared goals.
Accountability: We take ownership of our actions and results, ensuring transparency and trust.

Environment + Sustainability

By 2050

Net Zero Commitment

Committed to achieving net zero emissions, demonstrating a long-term environmental goal.

Reducing carbon footprint through energy efficiency and sustainable practices.
Implementing waste reduction strategies and promoting recycling in operations.
Incorporating sustainable technologies into projects to minimize environmental impact.

Inclusion & Diversity

30% Representation

Women in Workforce

Current representation of women within the organization.

30% by 2030

Gender Parity Goal

Aim to achieve equal representation of genders across all levels of the organization.

Promotes a culture of inclusion and belonging with initiatives to increase diverse representation.
Supports employee resource groups and mentorship programs to enhance diversity and career growth.

Articles

Ampirical LinkedIn – About & Specialties

Ampirical Careers on FlexJobs

Ampirical Growth Investment News