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Protection and Control Engineer (Utilities)

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2026-06-20

NEI Electric Power Engineering is an engineering services firm dedicated to serving clients and solving problems. They are seeking a mid-level Electrical Engineer in the Utility Substations group to perform engineering design and analysis, support client projects, and ensure quality deliverables within budget and on time.

Responsibilities

  • Performs detailed design on all aspects of substation electrical power systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, general arrangement, selection of equipment, writing of equipment specifications, project and construction cost estimates, and project scheduling
  • Prepares computer-based models and perform power system studies on utility and industrial/commercial electrical power transmission and distribution systems, including short circuit, load flow, relay coordination, arc flash, power factor, harmonic analysis, and other related studies. Employee should create simple hand checks to quantify the computer aided results
  • Develops protective relay settings
  • Prepares a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including cost estimates, budget reports, proposals, and studies
  • Provides field assistance and troubleshooting
  • Checks the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required
  • Understands the applications of relevant Codes and Standards
  • Assists with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills

  • Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
  • 1 – 5 years of relevant engineering or field experience
  • Knowledge and familiarity with substation electrical design
  • Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
  • Good interpersonal and people skills
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
  • FE, PE is a plus, but not required
  • Experience with AutoCAD is a plus

Benefits

  • 100% Employer paid team member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting
  • Annual & discretionary bonus programs
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Employer paid licensure (FE/PE), certifications, seminars, & conferences
  • Paid parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Eight (8) paid holidays including a floating holiday to use at your discretion
  • Annual team building
  • Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility
  • Career development, training, and coaching opportunities
  • Pet insurance

Company Overview

  • NEI provides professional expertise and design engineering services for all aspects of power systems engineering. It was founded in 1982, and is headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.neiengineering.com/.
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