Traveling Field Protection Engineer at National Electrical Engineering Consultants LLC – Houston, Texas

Design the Future of Grid Reliability - Join Us as a Protection & Control Engineer!

Position Title: Traveling Field Protection Engineer
Company Name: National Electrical Engineering Consultants LLC
Pay Range: $150,000 - $300,000+
Location: Pembroke Pines, FL
Industry: Utilities / Industrial Construction

Job Overview

National Electrical Engineering Consultants LLC is seeking an experienced Traveling Field Protection Engineer to support critical utility and substation projects nationwide. This is a high-travel, field-first position ideal for a systems-minded professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and brings strong technical expertise in protective relay systems, SCADA integration, and grid control logic. Operating on a 3-weeks-on, 1-week-off schedule, this full-time role offers an opportunity to lead and optimize the protection schemes that keep the nation's electrical infrastructure safe and reliable.

Who We Are

National Electrical Engineering Consultants LLC (NEE Consultants) specializes in utility, civil, and commercial construction projects, offering expert-level electrical engineering services across the country. With a team-first culture, we're built on technical mastery, safety, and performance. Our P&C division plays a critical role in modernizing and protecting substation assets for utility partners across the U.S.

To learn more about our work and team, visit neengineer.com

Key Responsibilities

• Design and commission substation protection and control systems (distribution and transmission level)
  
• Configure, test, and troubleshoot protective relays, communication protocols, and SCADA equipment
  
• Develop and review logic diagrams, one-line drawings, and wiring schematics
  
• Conduct site visits to support installation, system testing, and commissioning
  
• Interface with field crews, contractors, and utilities to ensure successful project delivery
  
• Provide technical guidance and QA/QC on control panel layouts, protection settings, and system interlocks
  
• Maintain compliance with NERC, IEEE, and utility-specific standards
  
• Produce technical documentation and detailed test reports for project deliverables
• Support system upgrades and retrofits as required for evolving grid conditions

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in Protection & Control engineering
  
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required
  
• Deep understanding of protective relays, IEDs, and SCADA protocols (e.g., DNP3, Modbus)
  
• Strong knowledge testing SEL, GE, ABB, or similar relay platforms required
  
• Commissioning of electrical utilities AC and DC circuits
  
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
  
• Ability to travel 100% on a 3-weeks-on, 1-week-off rotation
  
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team collaboration skills
  
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Proficiency with relay software (e.g., SEL AcSELerator), and Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Field commissioning experience
• Experience in both greenfield and brownfield substation environments

Benefits

• Florida Blue Health Insurance
  
• Paid overtime
  
• 401(k) with 6% Company Match
  
• 8 Paid Holidays
  
• 2 Weeks Paid Vacation (prorated first year)
  
• Weekly pay
  
• Company-paid lodging and per diem while traveling
• Access to high-impact national projects with long-term career growth potential

Schedule

• Full-time
  
• Workload: Project-based field intensity
• Travel: 100% - 3 weeks on, 1 week off rotation based on project demands

Location

• Nationwide - Field-Based
• Project locations vary by client and scope; travel and lodging are fully covered

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Compliance Statement
A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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