Welcome to the Protection Engineer Job Category

Find high-enumeration opportunities in the exciting field of Protection Engineering with our curated listings of job opportunities over $100K. Navigate the career ladder in the cutting-edge sectors of power systems, cybersecurity, nuclear facilities, and more.

Why Choose this Career Path?

As a Protection Engineer, your skills are crucial in ensuring the safety and efficiency of various infrastructures. The rewards are not just financial but also in knowing that your work matters in the protection of valuable assets.

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$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by providing critical power system protection services. Engage in model development, relay settings, and mentoring, ensuring the reliability of electrical systems while adhering to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Empower future engineers by leveraging your protection engineering expertise to develop robust power system solutions. Lead model development, relay settings, and mentoring while driving excellence in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $184K *

Lead the charge in providing expert power system protection services, including model development, relay analysis, and mentorship. Collaborate with engineers to enhance quality and accuracy in executi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by delivering innovative power system protection solutions while mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate on system models, relay settings, and technical reviews to ensure excellenc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$119K - $184K *

Empower innovation in power systems by delivering expert protection engineering services, overseeing model development, and mentoring engineers while ensuring high-quality and timely project commitmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $174K *

Empower the future of power systems through advanced protection engineering, providing expert analysis, mentorship, and coordination to ensure reliability and safety in electrical systems, while colla...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $174K *

Pioneer cutting-edge power system protection solutions, focusing on design, analysis, and coordination while mentoring engineers and ensuring project quality and timely delivery in a collaborative env...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to deliver cutting-edge power system protection solutions. Leverage your expertise in relay settings, system modeling, and mentoring to enhance project outcomes and drive engineering e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Innovate in power system protection services, enhancing team capabilities through modeling, analysis, and mentoring. Engage in standards development and relay operation analysis to deliver impactful s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $174K *

Drive excellence in power system protection services by leading analysis, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while managing efficient project delivery in a col...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $174K *

Optimize power system protection services by developing models, conducting analyses, and mentoring junior engineers while ensuring adherence to project standards and timelines...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock expertise in power system protection while mentoring junior engineers and conducting complex analyses, ensuring standards and quality in fast-paced projects to enhance operational efficiency an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform power systems by delivering expert protection engineering services, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with technical standards while managing critical project tasks and tim...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $174K *

Lead the charge in providing advanced power system protection services, including analysis, settings development, and mentoring junior engineers while managing fast-paced project schedules and ensurin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $174K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of power system protection services. Contribute to critical projects involving relay settings, coordination studies, and mentor junior engineers in a collaborative...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $135K *

Transform power system safety through expert protection engineering, analyzing, developing, and coordinating critical relay settings. Mentor junior engineers while ensuring high-quality standards and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead protection engineering initiatives, providing power system services including model development, relay settings, and mentorship for junior engineers to ensure high-quality, accurate project deliv...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Provide power system protection services including system modeling, analysis, and relay settings. Mentor junior engineers while delivering high-quality, timely project outcomes. Collaborate effectivel...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive the design and commissioning of protection and control systems for utility transmission and substations, ensuring compliance and safety through collaboration with engineering and construction te...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$71K - $172K *

Design power system protection schemes, analyze outages, and coordinate engineering activities. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliable performance of critical electrical systems, focusing on innova...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to innovative electrical engineering solutions by performing complex fault analysis, developing protection studies, and ensuring high-quality project delivery while collaborating with utili...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Analyze fault events and perform coordination studies to enhance protection for distribution substations. Prepare technical specifications and relay settings, ensuring project completion on time and o...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that designs and validates protection systems for microgrids and SST-based power systems, ensuring safe operation under normal and fault conditions through innovative protection strategies...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $115K *

Join a team that drives innovative protection design for energy projects, overseeing relay functionality, automation integration, and system performance. Contribute expertise in electrical engineering...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $193K *

Champion protection engineering excellence by providing technical support for routine projects and operations. Collaborate with senior professionals to enhance system integrity while performing duties...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What responsibilities do Protection Engineers typically have?question toggle

    Protection Engineers typically are responsible for the planning, design, installation, and maintenance of systems meant to protect infrastructures from various threats. This could range from designing power system protection schemes to planning safety measures for nuclear power facilities.

  • What qualifications are often required for Protection Engineer Jobs?question toggle

    Most Protection Engineer job positions require at least a bachelor’s degree in areas such as electrical engineering or a related field. Proficiency in technical software and tools, problem-solving skills, and an understanding of safety regulations are also crucial.

  • Where do Protection Engineers typically find employment?question toggle

    Protection Engineers find opportunities in various sectors including utility companies, power plants, technology companies, government agencies, and consulting firms.

  • What is the salary range for Protection Engineers?question toggle

    The salary range for Protection Engineers can vary depending on experience, location, and the particular industry. However, on Ladders, all jobs listed offer a salary of over $100,000 per year.