Electrical Engineer - Protection & Controls

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Electrical Power Engineer – Protection & Control Location:  Alpharetta, GA |  Travel:  ~40% (including air travel) Type:  Full-Time |  Experience:  4–8 Years Join a nationally recognized electrical power and control systems engineering firm, currently expanding its offerings in protection and control. We're looking for a highly skilled  Electrical Power Engineer  to join our Alpharetta, GA team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced SCADA integrations, relay programming, and field commissioning for mission-critical electrical infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities Configure and program  SEL protection relays and RTACs , including data concentrator functionality, logic, and HMI development. Integrate electrical SCADA systems using platforms like  OSI AspenTech  or similar. Develop relay settings for  GE Multilin and SEL  relays. Perform  field testing, onsite commissioning , and troubleshooting of electrical protection and SCADA systems. Create full  electrical construction packages , including: Single-Line & Three-Line Diagrams Schematics / Elementary Diagrams Interconnection & Logic Diagrams Maintain accurate documentation for all protection, control, and SCADA configurations. Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure deliverables meet technical standards and budget goals. Provide after-hours technical support as needed. Assist in developing technical proposals and cost estimates for new project bids. Requirements Required Skills & Experience 4–8 years of hands-on engineering experience in protection & control systems. Proficient in  SEL RTAC programming  and  SCADA system integration . Deep understanding of  communication protocols : DNP3, MMS, GOOSE, and  IEC 61850 . Strong knowledge of  relay settings , SCADA architecture, and HMI development. Familiarity with  NEC, NESC , and  IEEE 3000 series  standards. Proficiency with  ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower  for power system modeling. Fluent in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Education & Certifications Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required. Completion of the  FE (Fundamentals of Engineering)  exam. Benefits Benefits Competitive salary + discretionary bonus for hours worked beyond 80 biweekly. Flexible  Benefit Time Off (BTO)  – for vacation, sick time, holidays, or cash payout. Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) . 401(k)  with employer matching. Company-paid  health insurance . Sponsored  health club membership .
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