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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$79K - $106K *

Empower our team to optimize inventory security through proactive strategies, investigations, and audits. Drive awareness and accountability while ensuring a safe selling environment and enhancing our...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of a global electrical protection portfolio by leading strategies that enhance profitability and customer value through cross-functional leadership and strategic planning across diver...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive success in a global portfolio of electrical protection solutions through strategic growth, product lifecycle management, and cross-functional leadership, fostering innovation and enhancing custo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career as a technical expert in high-voltage substation design. Lead innovative solutions and mentor engineers while ensuring compliance and quality, impacting the electric grid's future...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions as a Principal Engineer, influencing high-voltage substation design. Lead teams, mentor juniors, and ensure project excellence from inception to success in sha...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing high-voltage substations, mentoring engineers, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Drive innovative solutions that power communities and infrastructure from co...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Engage in impactful P&C engineering by leading high-voltage substation designs. Mentor junior staff, ensure compliance, and drive project success through innovative solutions while collaborating with...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of energy by designing innovative substation protection systems. Lead and mentor teams while collaborating with clients and multidisciplinary engineering groups to ensure high-qua...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of utility engineering as a Principal Engineer, driving high-voltage substation design, mentoring talent, and ensuring quality solutions that impact communities. Collaborate cross-fun...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading design and innovation of high-voltage substations. As a technical expert, mentor junior engineers and ensure project success through collaboration and high standards in a f...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as a Principal Protection & Control Engineer, leading innovative design solutions for high-voltage substations. Mentor junior engineers and ensure project success while driving t...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative designs for high-voltage substations. Mentor team members while driving technical excellence across complex utility projects, ensuring adherence to safety and re...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Empower engineering excellence in high voltage substation design. Lead multidisciplinary projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while fostering a collaborative environment. Showcase you...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $125K *

Deliver innovative building electrical system designs and lead junior engineers, ensuring quality and compliance while advancing your career with minimal oversight...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $125K *

Lead impactful building electrical design projects, fostering collaboration among junior engineers while leveraging your expertise in power distribution and communications infrastructure to ensure suc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$147K - $251K *

Solve complex challenges in System and Substation Protection. Lead the design and implementation of protective relay packages for secure transmission and distribution systems. Collaborate across teams...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Drive the successful execution of on-site testing and commissioning of Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs) supporting robust protection and control systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure complian...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K - $144K *

Champion complex power system proposals by developing innovative solutions that address customer needs and enhance project execution through collaboration and strategic technical leadership across mul...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$209K - $270K *

Champion the future of electrical power system protection by leading market analysis, innovative technology development, and collaboration across teams to drive growth and enhance customer value in a...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$209K - $270K *

Lead the charge in revolutionizing electrical power systems by bridging customer insights with innovative solutions, driving business growth, and shaping the future of technology through collaborative...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Explore a dynamic role supporting the design and maintenance of electrical protection systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe and reliable project execution while developing engineering deliver...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Engage in the design and implementation of electrical protection systems. Contribute to technical evaluations and project coordination ensuring safe, reliable delivery in compliance with standards whi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $160K *

Advance your career by conducting property risk inspections and analyses to enhance fire protection and risk strategies for highly protected risk properties. Work independently with clients using inno...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive the optimization and reliability of transmission systems by developing relay settings, conducting fault analysis, and enhancing protection schemes, while collaborating with cross-functional team...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$155K - $232K *

Champion innovative power system analysis by leading the development of advanced fault analysis tools. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to enhance software solutions for engineers, transformi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.