Protection Engineer
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Job Summary
This is a remote position.
Native American Transformer Services Inc. (NTS) is a Native American-owned power transformer field services company headquartered in Reno Nevada with a national project footprint. NTS keeps critical grid infrastructure running through transformer testing maintenance repair and engineering services for utility and industrial clients across the country.
NTS is hiring a Protection Engineer to own protection and control engineering support for high voltage power transformers. This role designs analyzes and troubleshoots protective relay schemes supports field commissioning and testing and helps ensure NTSs protection engineering work meets utility and industry standards. Its a strong fit for an engineer who wants direct ownership of protection scope on a growing field-focused engineering team.
Design specify and review protective relay schemes for high voltage power transformers substations and associated equipment
Perform protective relay coordination studies short circuit analysis and arc flash hazard studies
Develop calculate and document relay protection settings for transformer differential overcurrent and other protection functions
Review one-line diagrams relay logic SCADA/control schematics and protection & control (P&C) drawings for accuracy and compliance
Support field commissioning testing and troubleshooting of protection and control systems working directly with field technicians and project teams
Investigate protection misoperations and equipment failures; lead root cause analysis and corrective action recommendations
Maintain and improve NTSs protection engineering standards settings templates and technical documentation
Ensure protection designs comply with NERC PRC standards IEEE/ANSI guidelines and client/utility-specific requirements
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to field technicians and junior engineering staff
Travel to project and client sites as needed to support testing commissioning and field engineering work
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field or equivalent hands-on experience
3-5 years of experience in high voltage transformer protection engineering protective relaying or power system protection
Hands-on experience with protective relay platforms (e.g. SEL GE Multilin Siemens ABB)
Proficiency with relay setting coordination or power system analysis software (e.g. AcSELerator ETAP Aspen OneLiner CAPE or SKM)
Working knowledge of protection and control drawings one-line diagrams and SCADA/relay logic
Familiarity with NERC PRC standards IEEE C37 series and utility protection practices
Strong analytical technical writing and troubleshooting skills
Ability to travel to client and project sites nationwide
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license
Experience supporting high voltage power transformer testing maintenance or field services
Experience with substation automation SCADA integration or communications-assisted protection schemes
Prior utility transmission or field services industry experience
Experience mentoring junior engineers or technicians
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| Compensation | $95000-$135000 annually based on experience (nationwide average for 3 to 5 years of protection engineering experience based on national salary data) |
| Location | Remote (U.S.-based) with regular travel to project sites nationwide (approx. 30-40%) |
| Reports to | Senior Electrical Engineer and Engineering Department Manager |
| Employment type | Full-time exempt |
Compensation reflects nationwide market data as of September 2026 for Protection/Power System Protection Engineer roles (ZipRecruiter). Adjust for local market conditions and internal equity.
Medical (Anthem Blue Cross) dental and vision (Humana): 100% employer-paid premiums after a 60-day waiting period
401(k) with employer match after a 90-day waiting period
Paid time off
Combination of remote/office-based engineering work and on-site field support at energized transformer and substation locations; standard PPE and safety training required for site visits
NTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values the strength that comes from a diverse skilled workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
Apply directly through this posting or reach out to NTS HR with questions. Learn more about NTS at .
Required Skills:
Required Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (or related field) from an accredited university. 8 years of progressive electrical engineering experience with a strong focus on power transformers. Demonstrated expertise in transformer diagnostics including DGA Power Factor Testing Insulation Resistance Testing and Turns Ratio Testing. Hands-on experience with root cause failure analysis and transformer refurbishment/replacement recommendations. Working knowledge of transformer protection systems differential relays overcurrent protection and system coordination. Experience supporting utility interconnection projects substation transformers and renewable generation facilities. Strong knowledge of IEEE and NETA standards; familiarity with NEC requirements. Proven ability to review and approve engineering drawings test plans and work instructions. Experience mentoring or leading junior engineers.
Required Education:
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (or related field) from an accredited university.
