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Job Description RCS Staffing has an immediate need for a Protection & Controls Engineer in Denver, CO. This is a full-time direct-hire Hybrid/Remote assignment with our client. This position offers a competitive package including benefits, holiday pay, 401(k) 4% match and comprehensive health benefits.

Overview of YOUR role as a Protection & Controls Engineer As a Protection & Controls Engineer, you will design protection and control systems for high voltage substations up to 500kV. You will lead design efforts with minimal supervision on multiple projects, manage design budgets and schedules, and coordinate with other disciplines to deliver comprehensive protection and control solutions. This role requires a mid-level engineer with strong technical expertise in substation protection schemes and direct client engagement experience.

As a Protection & Controls Engineer YOU will: Design protection and control systems including single-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, and wiring diagrams Perform electrical system studies and analysis using industry software Develop SCADA, RTU, and communications systems design Perform load flow, short circuit, and arc flash analyses Perform protective relay coordination and settings Create cable schedules, conduit schedules, and detailed bills of materials Prepare material procurement and construction specifications Conduct site visits for data gathering and verify as-built conditions Review shop drawings for design conformance Support Factory Acceptance testing and field commissioning Mentor junior engineers and design staff Coordinate with other disciplines and manage design budgets and schedules YOU are the ideal Protection & Controls Engineer candidate if you have: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university (required) 5+ years of protection and control design experience (required) Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire (required) Experience working directly with clients on design projects Excellent verbal and written communication skills Legal authorization to work in the United States (required) Experience with design software (AutoCAD, AutoCAD E, MicroStation, Bluebeam) Proficiency with electrical analysis software (ASPEN, ETAP, SKM, PSS/E preferred) Ability to manage design budgets and schedules It's a BONUS if you have: Client-facing proposal and marketing support experience Load flow, short circuit, and arc flash analysis experience Protective relay coordination and settings expertise SCADA and communications systems experience Site visit and field commissioning experience Knowledge of NERC, IEEE, and NESC standards Experience with large complex substation projects About Our CLIENT Our client is a leading engineering firm specializing in substation design and electrical infrastructure projects. They are committed to delivering high-quality substation designs for utility and industrial clients. With a focus on technical excellence, client relationships, and professional development, they provide a hybrid work environment where substation engineers can lead meaningful infrastructure projects.

Who WE Are RCS Staffing is a certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in the recruitment of professionals for best-of-class companies throughout the United States. Since 1994, RCS recruits top talent for direct hire, temp-to-perm and contract staffing positions and provides customized payroll services. Our Recruiting Specialties consist of all Engineering Disciplines, Project Management, Project Controls, Information Technology, Energy Efficiency and Business Professionals.

RCS is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. RCS recruits, hires, and promotes for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, genetic information or age. All terms and conditions of employment such as compensation, benefits, work assignment, availability of facilities and privileges of employment are administered on the same basis of equality.