Protection & Controls Engineer II, III & IV

Job Description

Job Description

VIP Staffing is Now Hiring: System Protection Engineer (I–IV or Principal)

Texas City, TX

$110K–$160K DOE

Work on relay settings, system studies, NERC/CIP compliance, and high-voltage equipment up to 345kV. Great role for engineers who love solving complex protection challenges and want real impact on grid reliability.

You’ll do:

• Perform short circuit, overcurrent, and distance coordination studies using ASPEN Oneliner

• Develop and modify protective relay settings to maintain system reliability

• Analyze system disturbances and recommend mitigation plans in compliance with NERC PRC-004

• Serve as SME for assigned NERC and/or CIP compliance standards

• Review relaying one-lines, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, and relay design deliverables

• Ensure adherence to company standards and NERC/CIP requirements

• Provide technical support to field personnel

• Train and mentor less experienced staff

• Participate in peer reviews

• Communicate engineering recommendations to internal and external stakeholders

• Represent the company in advanced engineering matters

• Apply engineering expertise to improve or develop new standards

• Provide technical direction to contractors and internal teams

• Perform all work safely and efficient

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution required.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and technical documents
• Ability to write reports, correspondence, and deliver presentations
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, and leadership

• Proficiency with electrical engineering design software

• Strong skills in word processing, databases, and spreadsheets

• Ability to follow complex written, oral, or diagram instructions
• Ability to solve multifaceted problems involving multiple variables

• Advanced degree or focus in Power Systems Engineering

• Professional Engineer (PE) license

• Valid driver’s license meeting company driving requirements

We offer:

• Medical, dental, vision
• 401(k) match + company contribution
• Sign-on/relocation possible
• Career paths from entry-level to Principal

If you’re ready to grow your protection engineering career, we want to meet you.

Apply Today!

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