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Senior Protective Relaying Engineer 2
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Westminster, CO, 80234
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Description
This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home.
This senior engineering position is within Sargent & Lundy's Electrical Analytical Division and will be responsible for the following:
- Performing protection system calculations and analysis to support a wide variety of clients
- Develop relay settings associated with HV/EHV Substation and Transmission Lines
- Develop relay settings for Power Station Generators, Transformers, Motors and Medium Voltage and Low Voltage protection devices
- Aiding clients to comply with NERC PRC standards
- Relaying Event Report analysis
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (background in Power/Power Systems) and sufficient industry experience is considered in lieu of an advanced degree
- A minimum of 7 years relevant engineering experience with an emphasis in power system protection
- Experience with microprocessor-based relays (SEL, Beckwith, GE, ABB, etc) and electro-mechanical relays
- Experience with micro-processor based relay software (SEL AcSELerator, GE Enervista, etc)
- Experience with Generator, Transformer, and Motor Protection studies
- Experience with HV/EHV substation and Line Relaying
- Experience with LV Breaker protection
- Experience using protection system software such as ETAP, SKM, and Aspen
- Experience with NERC PRC compliance evaluations
Valued but not required skills and experience:
- Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred
- Successful completion of the Professional Engineering (PE) exam
- Experience performing transient analysis of power systems using software such as: PSS/E, ETAP, SKM, PSCAD and EMTP-RV
- Experience in short circuit analysis and using software programs CAPE or EasyPower
Award-Winning Benefits
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range
$95,840.00 - $147,870.00Transparency Statement
Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.Awards & Recognition
Equal Opportunity
Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.
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Frequently asked questions
A Protective Relaying Engineer 2 typically handles complex relay settings for HV/EHV substations and transmission lines, requiring deeper expertise in microprocessor-based relays and compliance with NERC standards, unlike entry-level roles that focus more on basic testing and support tasks.
Key skills include proficiency with relay software like SEL AcSELerator and GE Enervista, experience in generator and motor protection studies, plus familiarity with power system transient analysis tools such as PSS/E and ETAP, all highly valued in Westminster's energy sector.
Senior engineers often progress into lead protection engineer roles or managerial positions overseeing system protection projects, leveraging their expertise in relay settings and NERC compliance to influence large-scale power system reliability initiatives.
Sargent & Lundy stands out with its hybrid work model, comprehensive health plans, and award-winning benefits like tuition assistance and professional licensure bonuses, fostering a supportive environment tailored for senior engineers focused on work-life balance.
The company promotes collaboration and innovation, encouraging engineers to contribute to client compliance strategies and complex relay analyses while benefiting from flexible schedules and recognition programs, enhancing both professional growth and job satisfaction.
Westminster's growing energy infrastructure drives demand for experienced protective relaying engineers, with competition moderated by the specialized nature of power system protection skills and certifications preferred locally, such as PE licensure.
Westminster offers accessible transit routes and manageable traffic congestion, making hybrid work attractive by reducing daily commute stress and allowing senior engineers to balance on-site collaboration with remote productivity effectively.
Compensation for this role ranges between $95,840 and $147,870 annually, reflecting the seniority and specialized expertise required, alongside a comprehensive benefits package and eligibility for discretionary bonuses.
Engineers in this role actively evaluate and ensure client systems meet NERC PRC standards, performing detailed relay event analyses and protection studies that support regulatory adherence and enhance grid reliability.
Holding a Professional Engineering (PE) license and a master’s degree in electrical engineering notably strengthen candidacy, along with proficiency in transient analysis software and relay setting tools commonly used within the company.