Overview In this role you drive protection and control design for high-voltage substations, delivering code-compliant, reliable solutions. You will mentor junior engineers and work with clients and cross-functional teams to enable project success from concept to construction. You handle complex protection schemes, relay settings, and associated documentation to meet quality and safety standards. You join a mission-driven firm shaping the future of electric grid resilience and modernization. This is a hands-on leadership role with a strong focus on technical excellence and collaboration.
Compensation / Benefits- Flexible work schedules
- remote and hybrid work options
- sign-on bonus
- relocation assistance
- refer-a-friend bonus
- career development opportunities
Responsibilities- Design substation protection and control systems following codes and client standards
- Create diagrams (one-line, three-line), schematics, wiring, interconnection, and SCADA-related documentation
- Develop relay protection schemes, settings criteria, and associated calculations
- Prepare equipment specs, design scope, and cost estimates for engineered equipment
- Develop conceptual protection and control designs for new and existing facilities
- Produce support documentation for procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, vendors, and contractors
- Lead and participate in client meetings and site visits to gather data and present solutions
- Ensure QA/QC compliance and technical review of design packages
- Mentor junior engineers and designers, reviewing calculations, drawings, and specifications
Key requirements- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited institution
- 10+ years of experience in substation protection & control design
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Strong document management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication and client/stakeholder interaction
- team collaboration
- effective communication
- mentoring and coaching
- protection and control design
- relay protection schemes and settings
- one-line and three-line diagrams
