The Lead System Protection Engineer role involves technical leadership in designing, developing, and implementing protective relay settings and coordination studies for transmission, distribution, generation, and renewable energy systems.
Responsibilities include short-circuit and fault analysis, relay coordination, protection scheme development, testing, commissioning support, and ensuring NERC PRC compliance.
Requirements include a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, PE license (or ability to obtain within a year), 7-9 years of relevant experience, proficiency with system modeling software, and knowledge of protection practices for systems up to 345 kV.
Preferred skills include experience with high-voltage systems, substation design, and industry standards. The role may involve 10-20% travel and onsite support.
Benefits include flexible work arrangements, employee ownership, competitive pay, and a collaborative culture focused on sustainable infrastructure development.