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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking a Power Systems Electrical Engineering Associate to join their Protective Relay Settings team in Olathe, KS. In this role you will support protection & control (P&C) design and protection setting development for transmission and substation projects.

• Develop and validate protective relay settings for lines, transformers, breakers, buses and other equipment
• Build and maintain power system models with tools such as ASPEN, CAPE, CYME, ETAP or SKM
• Create downloadable setpoint files using relay vendor software (e.g., SEL AcSELerator, GE Enervista)
• Perform engineering calculations and prepare deliverables following departmental standards and codes
• Collect, analyze and manage project data; recommend equipment and material selections
• Coordinate with project teams and mentor/guide entry-level staff and interns as needed
• Follow quality, budget, schedule, and safety requirements and keep documentation current

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Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (accredited program) or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience in protective relay settings development
• Practical experience with system modeling or power system analysis tools (ASPEN, CAPE, CYME, ETAP, SKM, etc.)
• Ability to develop downloadable setpoint files on common relay vendor platforms
• Proficiency with Excel for calculations; familiarity with Mathcad is a plus
• Working knowledge of commonly deployed protective relays (microprocessor, electronic, electromechanical)
• Understanding of IEC 61850 concepts (GOOSE, MMS, SV) is preferred
• Strong communication, organization and teamwork skills

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• 1–4 years' experience in protection & control design or relay settings
• Hands-on familiarity with multiple relay manufacturer software platforms
• Experience preparing engineering deliverables and recommendations for equipment selection
• Previous mentorship or task-assignment experience with entry-level engineers or interns

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Location & Work Model

• Job location: Olathe, KS (onsite-based with potential hybrid/flexible options after 90 days based on role and manager discretion)
• Relocation eligibility: may be specified by the client
• Visa sponsorship: not available for this role per the source posting

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated salary (from source posting): $64,895 per year (estimated). Actual pay may vary based on experience and the Confidential Client’s internal pay practices and location.
• Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, and other offerings consistent with the Confidential Client’s benefits program.
• The Confidential Client is committed to a healthy work-life balance and offers flexible schedules where applicable.

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EEO & Accessibility

Confidential Client and Careertakes are committed to equal opportunity. Applicants with disabilities who need assistance or accommodation during the application process should contact the employer’s accommodations channel. Reasonable accommodations will be handled consistent with applicable law.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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