Senior/Lead Protection & Controls Engineer (P&C)

Senior/Lead Protection & Controls Engineer

Our client is a leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the land development and energy markets. Voted on as a best place to work and recognized in the ENR Top 100 and fastest growing companies.

Job Description

What You'll Do

• Identify appropriate protection and control schemes for transmission and distribution substations
• Select protection devices and ensure proper equipment sizing and material procurement
• Prepare scopes of work, estimates, and drawing packages including wiring diagrams, schematics, protection panels, one-line, and three-line diagrams
• Perform load calculations for panels, battery systems, voltage drop, and other substation components
• Ensure adherence to client standards and industry regulations related to relay protection
• Provide field support and conduct pre-inspections for turnkey substation projects involving protection panels, breakers, transformers, control houses, and supporting equipment.
• Interface with clients and vendors to ensure project alignment and technical accuracy
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance
• Collaborate with internal teams to revise and maintain design/construction scope processes

Protection & Control (P&C)

• Design P&C packages: one-lines, three-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, relays, communication diagrams, SCADA points
• Conduct battery sizing, voltage drop, and conduit fill calcs
• Develop relay settings and perform arc flash and coordination studies
• Interface with SCADA/RTAC systems and vendors for major equipment submittals

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET Accredited)
• 5-10+ years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus in power systems, renewable energy, or substations
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MS Office, and at least one power system analysis software
• EIT or PE certification is preferred, or ability to obtain in the future

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary range from $100,000 to $150,000 USD annually.
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards - Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences
• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match
• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits

If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Senior/Lead Protection & Controls Engineer, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact Dom Delia Quote job ref JN-072026-7060453

Job Summary

Sector: Power & Energy

Sub Sector: Electrical Design Engineer

Industry: Energy & Natural Resources

Where: Duluth

Contract Type: Permanent

Consultant Name: Dom Delia

Job Reference: JN-072026-7060453

Job Nature: Hybrid working