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System Protection Engineer / P&C Engineer / Principal Engineer

Multiple Openings (3+) | Engineer I – Principal Level
Salary Range: $75,000 – $185,000+ (Depending on Experience)
Multiple Locations Across Texas

A leading Texas electric transmission and distribution utility is expanding its System Protection & Control engineering organization and is seeking System Protection Engineers, Protection & Control (P&C) Engineers, and Principal Engineers to support grid reliability, compliance, and system modernization initiatives.

This organization owns and operates critical electric infrastructure serving hundreds of thousands of customers across Texas. Engineers in this group play a direct role in maintaining system reliability, public safety, and long?term electric grid performance.

Openings, Levels & Locations

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  3+ positions available
  
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  Open to candidates at the Engineer I, Engineer II, Engineer III, Engineer IV, or Principal Engineer level
  
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  Available locations (Texas):
  
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    Lewisville, TX
    
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    Texas City, TX
    
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    Clifton, TX
    
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    Princeton, TX
    
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    Pilot Point, TX
    
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    Fort Stockton, TX
    
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    Pecos, TX
    

Final title, level, location, and compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and business needs.

Compensation & Benefits

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  Base salary: $75,000 – $185,000+, DOE
  
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  Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  
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  401(k) company match plus separate company?paid 401(k) contribution
  
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  Sign?on bonus and/or relocation assistance may be offered
  
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  Paid time off, holidays, and long?term career growth opportunities
  

Position Summary

The System Protection / P&C Engineer performs complex engineering work requiring the application of protection, control, and power system analysis principles to ensure the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of electric transmission and distribution systems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Under general supervision, the engineer will:

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  Perform short?circuit, overcurrent, and distance coordination studies using ASPEN OneLiner or similar tools
  
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  Develop and modify protective relay settings for new and existing facilities
  
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  Analyze system disturbances and recommend corrective actions in compliance with NERC PRC?004
  
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  Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on assigned NERC and/or CIP standards
  
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  Review relay one?lines, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, and protection design packages
  
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  Ensure compliance with applicable company standards and regulatory requirements
  
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  Provide technical direction to field personnel, contractors, and internal teams
  
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  Train and mentor less?experienced engineers
  
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  Participate in peer reviews and technical evaluations
  
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  Communicate engineering recommendations to diverse stakeholders
  
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  Support the development and improvement of protection and control standards
  
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  Perform all work safely, accurately, and in a timely manner
  

Core Competencies

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  Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem?solving skills
  
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  Experience with ASPEN OneLiner, CAPE, or similar protection software preferred
  
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  Knowledge of power systems across generation, transmission, and distribution
  
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  Familiarity with industry standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NESC, ASME, etc.)
  
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  Ability to translate electrical theory into utility?scale applications
  
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  Comfortable working in and around high?voltage facilities (up to 345kV)
  
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  Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and strong interpersonal skills
  

Education Requirements

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  Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET?accredited institution
  
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  Electrical Engineering or Power Systems emphasis preferred
  

Experience Requirements (Based on Level)

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  Engineer I: 1–3 years of related experience preferred
  
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  Engineer II: 2+ years of experience; FE or Master’s degree preferred
  
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  Engineer III: 4+ years of progressive engineering experience
  
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  Engineer IV: 5–7 years of advanced engineering experience
  
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  Principal Engineer:
  
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    10+ years of engineering experience
    
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    Professional Engineer (PE) license required
    
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    Demonstrated technical leadership
    

Position level will be determined based on candidate qualifications.

Preferred Certifications & Licenses

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  Professional Engineer (PE) license
  
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  FE/EIT certification
  
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  Advanced degree or specialization in Power System Engineering
  
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  Valid driver’s license meeting company requirements
  

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

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  Combination of office and field work (majority office?based)
  
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  Exposure to high?voltage electrical and construction environments
  
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  Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb, bend, and work at heights
  
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  Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
  

Compliance & Background Requirements

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  Position may be subject to NERC CIP cybersecurity standards
  
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  Successful completion of background, identity, and personnel risk assessments
  
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  Cybersecurity training required prior to access and annually thereafter
  
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  Credit check may be required depending on role and location
  

Apply Today

Join a mission?critical utility organization where your engineering expertise directly supports grid reliability, regulatory compliance, and the future of electric service across Texas.