# Protection Application Design Engineer

> AIS · Nasr City, Egypt (Hybrid) · — · Posted 2026-03-30

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** ADVANSYS

## Description

**Role Overview:**  
We are seeking a **Protection Application Design Engineer** to join our team, responsible for the design and commissioning of IED Protection parameters (Logic, Communication, Protection Settings) for **complex international technical projects**.

**Key Responsibilities:**

-   Define the optimal type of IED to meet client requirements in line with protection plans.
-   Implement LV/MV protection settings.
-   Develop and commission **Automatic Transfer Logic (ATS)**.
-   Participate in **Factory and Site testing** of protection relays.
-   Develop complex logic functions inside IEDs to satisfy client needs.
-   Implement communication IED descriptions (CID files) for internal and external SCADA systems.
-   Define IP and Ethernet networks between connected devices.
-   Participate in tender processes to estimate and quote manhours.
-   Support site commissioning, including interfacing with ED SWGR and EMCS.
-   Report on technical and commercial arguments in the area of protection engineering.

## Requirements

-   **Minimum 2 years’ experience** in electrical distribution, energy automation, or commissioning.
-   Proven experience with **communication protocols**: IEC61850, Modbus, OPC, Profibus, DNP3, IEC103, etc.
-   Advanced knowledge of IEDs: SE portfolio (VAMP, SEPAM, MICOM, EASERGY, TESYS) and other vendors (ABB, Siemens, SEL).
-   Experience with **power metering relays**, programming, and commissioning.
-   Confirmed experience with **GOOSE signals**.
-   Advanced knowledge of **ANSI/IEEE Standard Device Function numbers**.
-   Experience preparing communication files for SCADA systems and performing signal/loop testing with EMCS and switchgear.
-   Applies standards, tools, procedures, and best practices in protection engineering.

## Benefits

-   **Annual bonus**

-   Health insurance and wellness programs
-   Professional development and training opportunities

## Apply

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