Protection & Controls Engineer
$45 - $55 per hourX4 Engineering
We are seeking a consultant to support a short-term high voltage protection project for one of our clients in the EPC space. The client’s in-house team is completing electrical studies, and you will take that data and program it into the protective relays. The initial engagement is expected to last 2–4 weeks, with the possibility of extension if additional work comes through. Duration: 2–4 weeks initially, potential to extend Fully remote US-based candidates only Responsibilities Review short-circuit, coordination and arc flash study outputs provided by the client Apply calculated settings into protective relay configurations using relevant manufacturer software (e.g., SEL AcSELerator, GE EnerVista, ABB PCM600) Validate relay settings against protection schemes and coordination requirements Document relay settings for client review and compliance purposes Liaise with the client’s engineering team to clarify data and resolve issues Prepare relay configuration files and associated documentation for delivery A typical day might include reviewing study data in the morning, programming and testing relay settings mid-morning, holding a quick progress call with the client’s team around midday, finalizing and documenting configurations in the afternoon, and providing an end-of-day update to the project manager. Ideal background Proven expertise in protective relay settings and programming Familiarity with one or more major relay manufacturers’ software Ability to work from study data with minimal oversight Strong documentation skills and attention to detail Experience with protection scheme design is a plus, but not essential Interviews will be conducted W/C 18th August If you are available immediately and have the right expertise, please apply with your resume. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at X4 Engineering by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Control Engineer” roles. United States $120,000.00-$125,000.00 1 week ago Detroit Metropolitan Area $45.00-$55.00 3 weeks ago United States $120,000.00-$140,000.00 1 month ago Santa Clara, CA $63,000.00-$142,000.00 4 months ago United States $125,000.00-$155,000.00 2 weeks ago United States $120,000.00-$190,000.00 2 weeks ago Electrical or Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer Indiana, United States $95,000.00-$120,000.00 1 week ago United States $100,000.00-$130,000.00 3 weeks ago Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area $95,000.00-$120,000.00 1 week ago Greater Chicago Area $100,000.00-$120,000.00 5 days ago United States $75,000.00-$125,000.00 2 weeks ago Ann Arbor, MI $150,000.00-$160,000.00 2 weeks ago United States $250,000.00-$265,000.00 6 days ago Protection and Control Engineer (Remote) United States $120,000.00-$160,000.00 1 month ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr X4 Engineering
$139k - $170k
...MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting... ...MacDonald is looking for a passionate and experiencedSenior Protection & Controls (P&C) Engineerto join our dynamic team in Boston, New York...SuggestedTemporary workFor contractorsWork at office3 days per weekMott MacDonald
New York, NY4 days ago- We are seeking experienced Protection & Control (P&C) Field Testing and Commissioning Engineers to support high-voltage substation projects across transmission, distribution, and generation environments. This is a travel-heavy, hands-on field role focused on testing, commissioning...SuggestedRemote work
$110k - $150k
We are currently looking for a Protection and Control Engineer with a minimum of 10 years of experience in protection and control system design, cost estimating, and bidding document preparation for commercial, industrial, generation and renewables. Typical system voltage...SuggestedTemporary workImmediate startFlexible hours$110k - $150k
A leading engineering firm is seeking a Protection and Control Engineer in New York. Ideal candidates will have at least 10 years of experience in system design and bidding preparation. Responsibilities include designing projects, creating essential documentation, and...SuggestedFlexible hours- A leading professional services firm seeks a Protection and Control Engineer to support capital projects and manage relay settings in a 100% remote position. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and 10 years of electric utility experience....SuggestedRemote jobHourly payFlexible hours
- A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a consultant for a short-term high voltage protection project. This remote role involves reviewing electrical study data, programming protective relays, and documenting configurations. Ideal candidates will have expertise in...Remote jobTemporary work
- Con Edison is seeking a Senior Engineer to support their Protective Relay Strategy Implementation team. This role focuses on enhancing reliability and resiliency in Protection and Control systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in relay protection and...
$69.55k - $125.73k
Substation Protection & Controls Engineer Location : Pittsburgh, PA; Chicago, IL Hybrid Schedule : 2-4 days a week in the Pittsburgh, PA office Key Responsibilities Partnering with a variety of utility clients nationwide Working with different types of projects ranging...InternshipWork at office2 days per week$107.9k - $195.05k
Leidos is looking for a Lead Substation Protection & Controls Engineer to own complex P&C designs across 12-500 kV systems, applying advanced digital logic and AC/DC circuit expertise to engineer solutions that protect the modern grid and enable renewable integration....Work at officeRemote workFlexible hours- ...of the time. Ideal Candidate Will have proven heavy experience testing protection relay equipment on high‑voltage substations. Protection & Control (P&C) Field Testing and Commissioning Engineer Our client is hiring P&C Field Testing and Commissioning Engineers at multiple...
- A leading power and utility service provider in the United States is seeking experienced Protection & Control Field Testing and Commissioning Engineers. This travel-heavy role focuses on hands-on testing and commissioning of critical protection relay systems in high-voltage...Remote job
- How You Will Make an Impact The Controls Engineer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and auditing the controls and automation systems... ..., age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or...For contractorsWork experience placementWork at officeLocal area
$76.7k - $129.5k
...**POSITION SPECIFICS**The Guidance and Control Technologies Division in the Undersea Systems... ...Laboratory (ARL) is seeking entry level Engineers to research, develop, analyze, implement... ..., national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use...Full timeWork experience placementWork at officeRemote work- **Basic Function:**Provide Controls and Electrical Engineering support for production processes at the Middlefield and Chagrin Falls manufacturing... ...flexible work arrangements.**Responsible Manufacturing - Protecting Our Planet for the Future*** We utilize renewable...For contractorsLocal areaRemote workWorldwideAll shiftsFlexible hoursNight shiftWeekend work
$79.3k - $126.9k
...defense, and mobility industries offering product engineering and low‑volume production solutions. Job Overview The Controls Engineer II will support vehicle controls and... ..., age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr Oshkosh...Monday to FridayNight shiftWeekend work- ...Job Description Job Description Senior Protection & Control Engineer (Resident) - New England areaLocation: Northeastern United States (Preference given to candidates residing in New England) Pay:Depends on Skills & Experience - when submitting your resume, please...Hourly payDaily paidFor subcontractor
$94k - $136k
...exciting time to be part of our journey. We're committed to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. That means... ...Let's build the future-together. We are seeking a Lead Protection & Control Engineer to join our team in Binghamton, NY or Rochester,...Full timeTemporary workFlexible hours- ...have spent your career building security controls that scale, designing governance... ...adopted, and translating complex risk into engineering requirements that teams can act on. This... ...do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion,...Immediate start
Koitecc Solutions
Jersey City, NJ3 days ago $175k - $200k
...1 billion in client assets as of May 31, 2026. Position The Control Engineer is responsible for architecting, implementing, and operating... ...efficiently. Control Resiliency & Survivability Introduce runtime protection against control failures for critical security controls....Work at officeLocal area$64.45k - $100k
Job Overview Information Security Engineer II. Focus on protecting the organization’s mainframe environment through development and enforcement of security controls, policies, and procedures. Remote within the United States (except California). Responsibilities Develop...Local areaRemote work$87.6k - $131.3k
...Passion. Our Approach. Excited to grow your career? The Sr. Controls Engineer will be responsible for driving design, functionality and... ...authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, FORTNA will provide...Work experience placementWork at officeLocal areaRemote workShift work- ...specify, design, and implement complex controls systems and software programming on production... ...* Supports internal Project and Process Engineers and Maintenance & Production personnel... ...wrists.*First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First...InternshipImmediate startShift work
$105.99k - $145.74k
Scope of Position A senior-level engineering position in the Measurements & Controls organization responsible for the development, implementation, commissioning... ..., disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Corning is committed to providing equal...Full timeMonday to Friday1 day per week$142.42k - $195.85k
## Sr Guidance, Navigation & Controls EngineerApplylocations: Remote ID - ID\_IDRtime type... ...a Sr Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer to lead the design, development, and verification... ...relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower - to join us in...Permanent employmentContract workWork experience placementRemote work- Jack Henry & Associates, Inc. is searching for an Information Security Engineer II to focus on protecting the organization's mainframe environment. You will develop and enforce security controls, policies, and procedures. This remote role within the United States (excluding...Remote job
- Job Title Controls Support Engineer Position Summary The Controls Support Engineer supports the North American Service Center (NASC) by providing... ..., sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable...
$90k - $118k
...8,000 / year total compensation Position Summary The Quality Engineer performs engineering design reviews on contract documents, specifications... ...status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Nearest Major Market: Manhattan Nearest...Contract workFor contractorsWork at officeLocal area- ...can be found all over the world.**JLG is seeking a Principal Controls Engineer to lead manufacturing system projects. This individual is... ...national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or...Permanent employmentWork at officeShift work
$91.5k - $148.1k
...Embedded Software & Controls Engineer III The Embedded Software & Controls Engineer III leads controls software development, electronics... ...national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. Applicants shall be provided with reasonable...Monday to FridayNight shiftWeekend workOshkosh Corporation, Inc.
West New York, NJ4 days ago$80k - $120k
HVAC Controls Engineer/PM (BAS) $80000 - $120000 per year | Long Island City, NY | On-Site | Permanent A bit about us: We specialize in Building... ..., military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also...Permanent employmentLocal areaFlexible hours
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