Power Systems Protection Engineer

Full-time

Novax Recruitment Group

⚡ WE'RE HIRING | POWER SYSTEMS PROTECTION ENGINEER ⚡

Sterling, Virginia | On-Site

️ Large-Scale Data Center & Power Infrastructure Projects

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong background in power system protection, automation, and control systems?

I'm recruiting for an exciting opportunity with a leading U.S. electrical contractor, working on complex power distribution systems for hyperscale data centers and major infrastructure projects.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of sophisticated protection and control designs, working with cutting-edge technologies and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

What You'll Be Doing:

Designing power system protection and control schemes, including protective relays, PLCs, and RTACs.
Developing automation logic, interlocking systems, and sequences of operation.
Working with SEL, Siemens, ABB, and GE protection technologies.
Designing generator controls, automatic transfer schemes, and load-shedding systems.
Coordinating with equipment manufacturers, utilities, and engineering teams.
Supporting system integration, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

What We're Looking For:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
8+ years of electrical power systems engineering experience.
Strong experience with protective relaying, automation, and power distribution.
Hands-on knowledge of SEL, Siemens, ABB, or GE relay platforms.
Experience with PLC/RTAC programming and protection logic.
Understanding of power system studies, TCCs, and communication protocols such as IEC 61850, Modbus, or DNP3.

⭐ What's on Offer?

Competitive salary and performance bonus.
Employee ownership opportunities (ESOP).
Comprehensive benefits and retirement plans.
The opportunity to work on major, technically challenging projects.
Long-term career development with an established industry leader.

✈️ Travel requirements: Up to 50%.

Interested in learning more?

Apply now or email me at View email address on click.appcast.io

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