ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Grid Control Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Qualus

Engineer III - Protection & Control

Raleigh, NC · On-site

... grid. Responsibilities * Design substation protection and control systems utilizing applicable ... Create equipment and material specifications for procurement of engineered equipment, as well as ...

Qualus Corporation

$75K - $99K/yr

Lead a team of protection & control engineers, engineering technicians, and drafting technicians ... across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with ...

Qualus

Lead Engineer - Protection & Control

Fort Worth, TX · On-site +1

$98K - $129K/yr

Lead a team of protection & control engineers, engineering technicians, and drafting technicians ... across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with ...

Qualus

Lead Engineer - Protection & Control

Lake Mary, FL · On-site +1

$89K - $118K/yr

Lead a team of protection & control engineers, engineering technicians, and drafting technicians ... across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with ...

Qualus

Lead Engineer - Protection & Control

Kansas City, MO · On-site +1

$100K - $131K/yr

Lead a team of protection & control engineers, engineering technicians, and drafting technicians ... across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with ...

Qualus

Lead Engineer - Protection & Control

Raleigh, NC · On-site +1

$99K - $131K/yr

Lead a team of protection & control engineers, engineering technicians, and drafting technicians ... across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with ...

Qualus

Lead Engineer - Protection & Control

Las Vegas, NV · On-site +1

$97K - $128K/yr

Lead a team of protection & control engineers, engineering technicians, and drafting technicians ... across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with ...

Qualus

Lead Engineer - Protection & Control

Boise, ID · On-site +1

$97K - $128K/yr

Lead a team of protection & control engineers, engineering technicians, and drafting technicians ... across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with ...

Qualus Corporation

$77K - $105K/yr

As a Protection & Control Engineering, you will coordinate with Substation Physical Engineering ... across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with ...

previous page

Showing results 41-60

All JobsManufacturing JobsElectronics JobsControls Engineer JobsGrid Control Engineer Jobs

Grid Control Engineer information

See salary details

$61K

$108.8K

$175.5K

How much do grid control engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for grid control engineer in the United States is $108,776.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $126,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are popular job titles related to Grid Control Engineer jobs?

For Grid Control Engineer jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Grid Control Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,776 per year, or $52.3 per hour.

Engineer III - Protection & Control

Farmington, UT • On-site

Qualus
501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about Qualusexternal

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Qualus rating

9.3

Company rating: 9.3 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Position Overview
Power your Future with Qualus as a Protection & Control Engineer III. As a Substation P&C Engineer III, you'll serve as the technical subject matter expert, leading the design of high-voltage substations that power communities and critical infrastructure. You'll develop innovative, code-compliant engineering solutions, mentor junior engineers, and help drive technical excellence across complex utility projects. Working closely with clients and across cross-functional teams, you'll influence project success from concept through construction while ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and reliability. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving challenging technical problems, developing others, and making a lasting impact on the future of the electric grid.
Responsibilities
  • Design substation protection and control systems utilizing applicable codes and client standards (if available). Typical design to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC and DC schematics, logic diagrams, functional diagrams, panel layouts, wiring and connection diagrams, interconnection diagrams, communications systems, bill of materials, and SCADA systems.
  • Develop protective relaying and control system designs for transmission and distribution substations.
  • Develop relay protection schemes, relay settings criteria, control philosophies, and associated engineering calculations.
  • Create equipment and material specifications for procurement of engineered equipment, as well as development of design scope and cost estimates.
  • Complete conceptual protection and control designs and layouts for new and existing substation facilities.
  • Prepare additional support documentation as needed to assist procurement, construction, commissioning, and operation/maintenance of systems being designed.
  • Direct and/or participate in client meetings/job site visits to collect or deliver design and engineering data.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, vendors, and contractors to ensure successful project execution and resolution of technical issues.
  • Lead and participate in client meetings and job site visits to collect design data, present engineering solutions, resolve technical issues, and support project execution.
  • Lead and ensure compliance with the company's Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes, including technical review and approval of engineering design packages.
  • Provide technical mentorship and oversight to junior engineers and designers, including reviewing calculations, drawings, and specifications to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with project requirements.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or a related engineering discipline) from an ABET accredited institution.
  • 4-7 years of experience in Substation Protection & Control design engineering.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
  • Excellent document management and organization skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact professionally with clients and stakeholders.

#LI-BL1
Benefits & Compensation
Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Company Overview
Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, energy efficiency and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 2,000 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.
We are committed to a secure and transparent hiring process. We do not request payment or sensitive personal information, such as Social Security numbers or banking details, during the application process. Please use caution and verify opportunities through our official channels.

What Qualus employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply