Protection & Control Substation Engineer

We are seeking a Protection & Control Substation Engineer responsible for designing and implementing protection schemes, coordinating technical projects, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing guidance to less experienced team members. The position is primarily office-based but may occasionally require fieldwork.

Responsibilities:

• Design cost-effective protection schemes and develop schematic drawings.
• Execute complex assignments using advanced electrical engineering techniques.
• Develop design basis documentation for protective settings and generate relay configuration files.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineers, designers, and field personnel.
• Schedule and coordinate activities related to purchasing, drafting, and construction of protection components.
• Create, review, and manage project deliverables including design packages and vendor equipment drawings.
• Facilitate client communication and project meetings to ensure alignment and satisfaction.
• Support field activities including site assessments and data collection.
• Provide consulting services on system protective device coordination and automation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, engineering codes, and applicable regulations.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and critical thinking skills to solve technical problems.
• Promote collaboration, team cohesion, and attention to detail in all project phases.
• Train, guide, and mentor less experienced team members.

Qualifications:

• 8 years of experience in engineering control & protection systems, relay & surge protection, and relay settings for transmission and/or distribution systems.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• PE Electrical and Computer: Power Certification required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with an emphasis on collaboration.
• Experience with designing calculations including short circuit calculation and relay loadability calculation.
• Proficiency in engineering design software such as AutoCAD, WinIGS, ASPEN, CAPE, etc.
• Development experience with native relay setting files using SEL's AcSELerator and Client's Enervista software.
• Ability to perform Grounding, Arc Flash, and other power system studies.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and PDF software.
• Strong focus on collaboration and meticulous attention to detail.