Senior Power Systems Protection Engineer

About the Company

Electric Power Systems, Inc. is a unique firm delivering a broad range of expertise in power system operations, design, consulting, and studies. Our capabilities span planning studies, design and construction, as well as periodic testing and maintenance. We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer with a focus on protective relaying and power system analysis to join our Anchorage, AK or Olympia, WA team.

Location

Location: Olympia, WA 98502. The role supports collaboration with our Anchorage, Alaska or Olympia, Washington teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to high-impact projects involving the design and analysis of electrical protection systems.
• Perform protection and coordination studies for transmission and distribution networks from 5 kV to 230 kV.
• Create relay configuration files for substations and small to medium generation facilities.
• Carry out short-circuit and arc-flash hazard analyses.
• Review event reports and test results, and support field commissioning activities.
• Produce detailed protection design drawings and technical documentation.
• Manage projects end-to-end, coordinating with clients, tracking data, and maintaining schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).
• 5+ years of experience in power system protection and control.
• Strong knowledge of protective relay theory and application (SEL, GE Multilin, etc.).
• PE license preferred, or the ability to obtain licensure within a reasonable timeframe.
• Experience with short-circuit modeling tools (ETAP, SKM, ASPEN) is a plus.
• Clear communication skills, with the ability to write technical reports and lead client discussions.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Plan with a non-elective safe harbor contribution.
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Vacation and Holidays.
• Health Club Membership.
• Optional Supplemental Insurance such as vision, hospital confinement, and accident coverage.
• Relocation assistance, if applicable.

Additional Information

Electric Power Systems, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We encourage qualified individuals of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, veteran statuses, and abilities to apply.

Note: This is a drug-free and smoke-free workplace.