Electrical Engineer - Relay Settings (REMOTE)

ICF International, Inc.

Job Overview

Location

4 Locations

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• Develop relay settings and protection philosophies for distribution equipment including transformers, bus systems, breaker control, capacitor banks, and distribution feeders.
• Review protection and control design packages to ensure compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
• Provide remote field support to relay test engineers during the installation and verification of relay settings.
• Model electrical systems using power simulation software such as CAPE, ASPEN, and CYME to analyze system behavior and optimize protection schemes.
• Create thorough, accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, and detailed engineering calculations for client deliverables.
• Continuously improve job-related engineering, technical, and professional knowledge through self-directed learning and application of new technologies.
• Mentor and train less experienced engineers in power engineering theories, relay protection principles, and industry best practices.
• Participate in daily team meetings held at 8:00 a.m. EST to coordinate project tasks and ensure alignment with team goals.
• Work independently from a remote location without direct supervision while maintaining high standards of quality and timeliness.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to support utility clients in enhancing grid reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Apply computer software tools to model engineering problems, automate spreadsheet-based analyses, and develop automation systems for improved workflow efficiency.
• Ensure all assignments are planned, managed, and completed on schedule and within budget, with clear communication of obstacles or delays.
• Maintain up-to-date expertise in relay protection technologies and communication protocols relevant to modern electric utility systems.

🎯 Requirements

• BS in Engineering, preferably electrical or computer engineering
• 2+ years of experience developing relay settings and protection philosophies for transmission, sub-transmission, or distribution equipment including transmission lines, transformers, bus, breaker control, capacitor banks, and distribution feeders
• 2+ years of experience applying electrical engineering theories and principles

🏖️ Benefits

• Fully remote work with flexible schedule and emphasis on work-life balance
• Tuition reimbursement and access to professional development resources
• 401k matching and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Donation matching and volunteer opportunities
• Professional Engineering license support (implied by preference for licensed candidates)
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage (implied by reference to "many, many more" benefits and EEO policy)

Skills & Technologies

Remote

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About ICF International, Inc.

Global advisory and technology services provider delivering strategy, analytics, and digital transformation to government and commercial clients. Core capabilities span energy, environment, health, education, and cybersecurity, integrating data science, policy expertise, and implementation support. Founded in 1969, publicly traded on NASDAQ as ICFI, with 9,000+ employees across more than 80 offices worldwide.

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