Protection Engineers help keep electrical power systems safe, reliable, and operating as intended. They design, analyze, and maintain protection schemes that detect faults and isolate affected equipment across utilities, substations, renewable energy facilities, and industrial systems. Explore Protection Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more.
Protection Engineers assess system behavior, select and configure protective relays, and develop settings that help prevent equipment damage and service interruptions. Their work may include short-circuit and coordination studies, relay testing, commissioning support, fault investigations, and technical documentation. They collaborate with power system planners, operations teams, project managers, and equipment vendors to ensure protection designs meet applicable requirements.
Employers commonly seek experience with power system protection, relay applications, electrical engineering principles, and analysis software. Familiarity with substation design, protection and control systems, fault analysis, and industry standards can be valuable. Clear technical communication and careful attention to safety and detail are important, especially when coordinating designs and field work.
Protection Engineers work for electric utilities, engineering and consulting firms, transmission and distribution operators, renewable energy developers, and industrial organizations. Roles may focus on transmission, distribution, substations, generation, microgrids, or grid modernization. Responsibilities and travel requirements vary by employer and project.
Search Protection Engineer openings on Ladders to discover professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by employer, location, and responsibilities, and look for positions that match your power systems expertise and career goals. Job availability and compensation depend on the specific role, employer, and location.
$144K - $170K *
Join a team that's leading the charge in renewable energy construction. Oversee multiple utility-scale projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution while managing contractors and stakeholder...
1 week ago
$80K - $110K *
Champion the future of environmental remediation by leading diverse projects, ensuring safety compliance, managing teams, and fostering client relationships while delivering high-quality results in a...
Reposted 5 days ago
$70K - $95K *
Advance your career by managing subrogation claims, applying legal expertise to recover funds, and collaborating with clients and partners to maximize recovery opportunities in a fast-paced environmen...
3 weeks ago
1LMX Oracle EPM IT Business Analyst -- FCC
$131K - $243K *
Advance your career by supporting Oracle EPM systems, focusing on Financial Close & Consolidation. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance application capabilities, ensuring operational excellence and ef...
2 weeks ago
Power Transformers Field Specialist
$78K - $131K *
Join a dynamic team as you oversee the installation and maintenance of power transformers across North America. This role involves extensive travel, hands-on technical work, and collaboration with div...
1 week ago
$175K - $400K *
Elevate your career by managing the lifecycle of vendor agreements and contracts. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance and streamline workflows, safeguarding business interests while mi...
2 weeks ago
$79K - $127K *
Join a team that crafts impactful proposals for the Commercial Construction market, ensuring they meet ABB's standards of Clean, Competitive, Compliant, and Compelling, while fostering collaboration a...
Reposted 1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Empower your career by joining a dynamic Deal Desk team to support global sales. Drive deal execution and manage the end-to-end deal lifecycle, enhancing operational efficiency and collaborating acros...
Reposted 6 days ago
$76K - $119K *
Unlock your potential as an Auto Damage Adjuster, leveraging your expertise to manage complex claims, deliver exceptional customer service, and utilize your technical knowledge in a dynamic environmen...
3 days ago
$76K - $119K *
Optimize the claims process by leveraging your expertise as an Auto Damage Adjuster. Utilize your technical knowledge to handle complex claims while delivering exceptional customer service and ensurin...
6 days ago
$72K - $111K *
Analyze complex auto damage claims, ensuring accurate settlements and exceptional customer service. Leverage technical expertise and industry knowledge to deliver results while maintaining compliance...
1 week ago
$71K - $112K *
Empower your career as you leverage your expertise in auto damage adjusting, delivering exceptional customer service while efficiently managing complex claims and ensuring accurate settlements in a dy...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in ensuring safety operations across expansive industrial construction projects. Oversee Safety Coordinators, mitigate risks, and collaborate with project leadership to uphold safety s...
3 weeks ago
Transmission Line Engineer (Entry-level)
$90K - $105K *
Contribute to the design and execution of transmission line projects, enhancing your engineering skills and gaining experience in multidimensional team coordination and client engagement while support...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Field Specialist- Mechanical Sales
$80K - $95K *
Unlock your potential as a resourceful sales expert driving mechanical construction growth. Cultivate invaluable relationships, educate clients, and elevate our market presence through innovative solu...
3 weeks ago
Field Specialist- Mechanical Sales
$80K - $95K *
Join a skilled team dedicated to driving growth in the mechanical construction sector. As a key player, you'll leverage technical expertise and market insight to build lasting relationships and expand...
3 weeks ago
$135K - $176K *
Empower loan officers by ensuring a seamless user experience across multiple platforms. As a key player in product management, gather insights, drive development, and strategize for future growth in a...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform lender relationships by managing program performance, onboarding, and communication. Collaborate with leadership to identify trends and opportunities, ensuring clarity and efficiency in fina...
1 week ago
Manager, Professional Services (TS/SCI Or Higher Required)
$120K - $145K *
Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team of technical consultants, driving operational excellence and strategic delivery for U.S. Federal clients. Collaborate across departments to ensure success...
3 days ago
Project Manager - Engineering Design
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in managing complex multi-disciplinary projects across diverse sectors, ensuring alignment with client goals and project scope from initiation to closeout. Foster collaboration and ove...
3 weeks ago
$131K - $223K *
Transform federal child welfare initiatives by providing strategic leadership and oversight for a multi-million-dollar contract, ensuring effective management of technical assistance and stakeholder c...
3 weeks ago
Mid-Level Security Automation Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Drive security excellence by managing AWS GovCloud environments and enhancing DevSecOps pipelines. Ensure compliance with NIST standards while integrating security controls for continuous protection a...
1 week ago
Manager, Global Security & Emergency Preparedness
$97K - $156K *
Join us to lead the strategic development and implementation of global security and emergency preparedness programs, ensuring the safety of employees and assets while enhancing organizational resilien...
3 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of claims management by overseeing Property loss claims, collaborating with adjusters, underwriters, and insureds to ensure effective resolution and communication...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $90K *
Advance your career by adjudicating complex Workers Compensation claims, ensuring timely resolutions while providing exceptional client support in a dynamic and collaborative environment, with opportu...
3 weeks ago
What does a Protection Engineer do?
A Protection Engineer designs and evaluates systems that detect electrical faults and isolate affected equipment. Typical work includes relay settings, protection coordination studies, system analysis, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
What qualifications are commonly required for Protection Engineer jobs?
Many roles require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field, along with experience in power systems, protective relays, and electrical analysis. Requirements vary by employer; some positions value professional licensure, specialized software knowledge, or utility and substation experience.
Where can Protection Engineers work?
Protection Engineers may work for utilities, engineering consultancies, transmission and distribution companies, renewable energy developers, power generators, and industrial facilities.
How much do Protection Engineer jobs pay?
Compensation varies by employer, experience, location, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, though pay and eligibility depend on the individual listing.
How can I find Protection Engineer jobs on Ladders?
Browse Protection Engineer listings on Ladders and review each role's location, responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details to find opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals.