Protection and Control Engineer in Mounds View, Minnesota at Excel Engineering, Inc.

Excel Engineering, Inc. is seeking a goal-oriented, highly motivated, and experienced Protection and Control Engineer for our Mounds View, Minnesota office. This individual must be a go-getter, who is client focused.

Since 1990, Excel Engineering, Inc. has differentiated its services from that of its competition by providing client focused engineering solutions. We offer full service Electrical and Control System Engineering Consulting services in the US and abroad.

This position works closely with other engineers, project managers, and Client team members in support of both capital and operational improvement projects. The position requires implementing sound engineering principles to ensure project designs are safe and at the industry’s cutting edge. An ability to work independently, self-motivate, and communicate effectively with team members is of the utmost importance to this position.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform short-circuit and symmetrical component analysis, time-current coordination, and step-distance coordination.
• Develop relay settings and coordination studies, including test plans and commissioning assistance.
• Analyze and troubleshoot protection system events and prepare NERC PRC compliance reports.
• Design protection schemes for transmission, distribution, generation, and renewable energy sources.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Interface with clients to develop project scopes and estimates for protective relay settings and coordination studies.
• Collaborate with multi-discipline engineering teams to execute detailed engineering work.
• Review and produce design drawings, including one-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, and control panel elevations.
• Support on-site commissioning and relay testing.

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years of engineering experience in system protection or a related field.
• Proven experience with system modeling and fault analysis software (CAPE, ETAP, SKM, EasyPower).
• Knowledge of NERC PRC standards for compliance is preferred.
• Knowledge of FERC and NERC requirements
• SEL Relay Experience and RTAC Programming experience preferred
• Experience with IEC61850
• Familiarity with substation protection, control design, and industry standards is a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution or equivalent experience is required.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 Scale.

Skills Applicable to the Role

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and AutoCAD; experience with Mathcad is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of protective relay settings for medium and low voltage systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.

We offer…

• Growth & Development: Ongoing continuing education, hands-on training, and opportunities to expand your skills.

• Career Advancement Support: Assistance in earning professional certifications and pursuing further education.

• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) plan with employer matching.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.

• Wellness Focus: Access to programs designed to support your overall well-being.

• Work–Life Balance: Paid time off and flexible work environment

• Flexibility & Trust: A flexible schedule and work environment built around mutual trust and accountability.

• Share the Talent, Share the Rewards: We value great people recommending great people, which is why our employee referral program is designed to reward you continuously

We offer a competitive salary and great benefits. At Excel Engineering, we’re proud of our positive, high-performing culture where teamwork, continuous improvement, and a service-oriented mindset help us do our best work every day. If you enjoy a fast-paced and rewarding environment, you’ll love being part of our team!

Excel Engineering, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.

We value diverse perspectives and believe they strengthen our work, our teams, and the solutions we deliver to clients. We encourage candidates from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in engineering to apply. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team at ExcelHR@exceleng.net.