Halker Consulting
Protection and Controls Engineer
Remote (United States)
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 27 days ago
ComplianceProject ManagementProcurementCustomer SupportElectrical EngineeringPower ElectronicsCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingSCADA
About the role
- We are seeking a skilled Protection and Controls Engineer that will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining protective relay systems and control schemes for electrical power systems.
- This role ensures a safe, reliable, and efficient operation of transmission and distribution networks.
- Analyze system faults and relay operations to ensure proper protection.
Responsibilities
- Design & Development Develop protection and control schemes for substations, transmission lines, and generation facilities Specify and configure protective relays, control panels, and associated equipment.
- System Analysis Perform short-circuit, coordination, and arc-flash studies.
- Ensure designs meet NERC, IEEE, and local utility standards.
- Maintain documentation for regulatory compliance and audits.
- Provide technical support during outages and maintenance activities.
- Halker Consulting specializes in Oil and Gas surface facilities, Power infrastructure, Environmental remediation and design, Automation and Digital Solutions, and federal, state, and local regulatory compliance.
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems focus preferred).
- 3-5 years in protection and control engineering.
- Proficiency with relay settings software (e.g., SEL AcSELerator, GE EnerVista).
- Knowledge of power system analysis tools (ETAP, ASPEN, or similar).
- Familiarity with SCADA systems and communication protocols (DNP3, IEC 61850).
- Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain.
- Experience designing high-voltage substation projects.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Compensation
- Compensation (i.e. Base Salary) is negotiable and shall be offered commensurate with experience.
Company info
- Halker Consulting is a nationwide provider of multi-disciplined Engineering, Design, Project Management, Procurement and Field Services for Oil & Gas, and other Energy industry sectors.
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