Substation Protection and Controls Engineer

Position Summary We are looking for a Substation Protection & Controls Engineer to join our team. This role involves designing substation protection and control projects for electric utilities at voltages ranging from 12 kV to 500 kV. Candidates will apply digital logic design, AC and DC circuit knowledge to create substation electrical projects and support the integration of renewable energy sources into the electric system. Hybrid Schedule 1–4 Days of In‑Person Connection: Build relationships with colleagues and clients by being in the office or on‑site. Remote Work: Flexibility to work remotely on other days to balance focus and recharge. Career Development Opportunities Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT) Professional Engineer License (PE) Project Management Professional (PMP) Technical & Non‑Technical Training Opportunities Leadership Opportunities Mentorship & Training Opportunities Opportunity to Lead, Grow, and Inspire a Dynamic Team In This Role You Will Gain Experience In The Following Interfacing with Local Clients Partnering with Utility Clients Nationwide Working on projects ranging from distribution to transmission level voltages Electrical Power Calculations Interactions with Other Disciplines (Substation, Telecom, Civil, Structural) The Challenge Relay One‑Line Design Three‑Line AC Schematic Design DC Protection Schematic Design Panel Layout and Wiring Design Develop Bill of Materials Based on Design Criteria Quality Control Checks on Wiring Design Complete Project Lifecycle Support from Scoping to Final Design and Implementation Construction Support Apply Minimum Requirements of the National Electrical Safety Code to the Design Processes Work with Client Standards to Implement Design Collaborate with a Designer/Drafter to Create Required Drawings for Each Project What Sets You Apart Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering—or related field—with 4+ years of substation protection and control design and/or field testing/commissioning experience Experience executing substation protection and control projects Excellent communication skills to interact with internal team and clients Ability to read and design substation protection and control drawings (one‑line, three‑line, AC/DC schematic, wiring) Ability to meet deadlines under pressure Collaborator and leader who can work effectively in a team environment Self‑starter capable of independent work with minimal direction Strong analytical skills and proven problem‑solving in both team and independent settings High level of computer competency Willingness to travel to project and/or client sites You Might Also Have Engineer Intern (“EI” or “EIT”) professional certification Professional Engineer (“PE”) license Experience performing quality control checks on substation protection and control design projects Experience with CAD tools Master’s degree in related field Field testing/commissioning experience Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Leidos