Telecom Engineer

Post Date

Jun 16, 2025

Location

Louisville,
Kentucky

ZIP/Postal Code

40202
US
Jun 16, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Programmer / Developer

Req #

LOU-d2cfd0bd-5c57-4357-9713-2e61797afffd

Pay Rate

$32 - $40 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Relay Engineer for an extended contract opportunity for a large electric utility company. Primary responsibilities of this individual will include programming & configuring SEL (Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories) relays to ensure the optimal performance of our distribution automation systems. Responsibilities include developing and implementing relay settings and commissioning relays. This individual will also work to enhance system reliability and performance, conducting tests and commission of SEL relays, troubleshooting and resolving issues related to relay programming and operation, and collaborating with engineers and field technicians to ensure seamless integration of relays into the distribution network. This role will join the distribution automation team in the centralized engineering line of business and the ideal candidate will have previous experience working in protection and control. This individual must be comfortable working in an office setting during the week and have a general flexibility to accommodate the needs of the field crews.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Information technology, or related field
3-5+ years Cisco experience or telecom/communications experience
Professional working experience in R&D or any development of new technologies
Great communication skills (stakeholders, engineers, etc.)
Microsoft Office Experience
· Microsoft Office Experience

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

· Professional working experience with PowerBase
· Utility industry experience
· PNC experience
· 1+ year of professional working experience scripting/programming (Python, Java, SQL, etc.)
Knowledge of SEL Relays

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.