Sr Engineer

Overview

I am looking for a Senior Engineer with strong expertise in protection and automation control to join our team. This individual will focus on programming and configuring SEL relays (Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories), RTACs, and related automation logic controls. The role requires a blend of protection engineering and SCADA / automation programming experience, ideally gained within the consulting engineering realm. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in both protection applications and automation control logic, capable of managing multiple projects and delivering practical solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to step into a role where your expertise in both protection and automation will directly shape project success. Youll work on meaningful applications, collaborate with industry leaders, and contribute to advancing the reliability and intelligence of modern power systems.

Location

Location : Remote with U.S. travel 25% - one week a month

Employment type

Employment type : Full-time

Compensation

Base pay range : $120,000.00 / yr - $160,000.00 / yr

Key Responsibilities

• Program and configure SEL relays, RTACs, and related devices for integration with protection and automation systems.
• Develop, test, and implement protection applications, with a focus on simple to mid-level schemes.
• Configure and program automation logic controls to support SCADA and protection applications.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and product integration partners to ensure seamless device and system integration.
• Provide technical expertise across both protection and automation domains, supporting field deployments and customer needs.
• Manage workload effectively in an environment where priorities shift and demands are high.

Qualifications

Preferred Skills

About Sterling Engineering

Sterling Engineering / Staffing has a rich history of delivering top talent to our clients. We are a nationwide Staffing Firm that has been in business for over 56 years. With over 200 currently active clients, Sterling works within the Automation, Energy, Facilities, Information Technology, Food, Logistics / Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Packaging, Life Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Engineering and R&D industries.

EEO Statement

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

What we offer

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

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