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RRC

Relay Settings Engineer

RRC

Relay Settings Engineer at RRC working on energy projects in the U.S. and Canada.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeRound Rock • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing protective relay settings and performing relay coordination studies for power systems, with a strong understanding of industry standards and compliance. Proficient in utilizing modeling software and managing project deliverables while ensuring quality and client satisfaction.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Protective Relay Settings DevelopmentRelay Coordination StudiesPower System Protection PrinciplesProfessional Engineering (PE) LicenseModeling Software Proficiency

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Hard Skills
Relay CoordinationFault AnalysisTechnical CalculationsElectrical Schematic InterpretationRelay Logic DiagramsDistance RelaysDifferential RelaysOvercurrent RelaysPower Systems EngineeringRenewable Energy Engineering
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsTechnical WritingCommunication SkillsProject Management
Tools & Technologies
ETAPASPENSKMCAPEModeling Software
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringMaster’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringProfessional Engineering (PE) LicenseP.Eng. in Canada
Industry Keywords
IEEE StandardsNERC StandardsUtility Protection StandardsSubstation CommissioningPower System Equipment Testing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Develop and calculate protective relay settings for transmission, distribution, substations, and renewable energy facilities
  • Perform relay coordination studies, short circuit studies, and fault analysis for utility and industrial power systems
  • Support the design, implementation, and review of protection schemes
  • Investigate relay operations and assist with troubleshooting protection system issues
  • Prepare relay settings files, technical calculations, coordination reports, and supporting engineering documentation
  • Review one-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, relay logic diagrams, and protection and control drawings for accuracy and compliance
  • Utilize modeling and analysis software such as ETAP, ASPEN, SKM, CAPE, or similar tools to support engineering studies and relay coordination
  • Coordinate with utilities, project managers, field personnel, and multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout project execution
  • Support commissioning, testing, and energization activities for substations and power system equipment
  • Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, utility requirements, and client specifications
  • Support project schedules, budgets, and deliverables while maintaining quality work and client satisfaction

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field required
  • Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field preferred
  • 5+ years of related experience in relay settings, protection and control engineering, or power systems engineering
  • Professional Engineering (PE) license in the U.S. or P.Eng. in Canada (or ability to obtain)
  • Strong understanding of power system protection principles and relay coordination practices
  • Working experience and familiarity with Distance Relays, Differential Relays, and Overcurrent Relays
  • Experience developing relay settings for transmission and distribution systems
  • Knowledge of IEEE, NERC, and applicable utility protection standards
  • Experience using modeling and power system analysis tools such as ETAP, ASPEN, SKM, or similar software
  • Ability to perform coordination studies, fault analysis, and protection system troubleshooting
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, relay logic diagrams, and wiring drawings
  • Strong analytical, organizational, technical writing, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k matching
  • Bonus eligibility
  • Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
  • RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)