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Lead Protection Control Relay Design Engineer Jobs

Lead Engineer - Protection & Control

Trussville, AL · On-site

$94K - $123K/yr

Substation Physical Design Engineering * Relay Protection Schemes * AutoCAD * MicroStation ... Control System Design * Engineering Calculations * Equipment Specifications * Cost Estimation * QA ...

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 ... Coordinate with Substation Physical Engineering, Relay Settings, and other groups to ensure design ...

Lead Engineer

Lewiston, ME · On-site

$107K - $141K/yr

Experience in power protection, relay design, and planning, or substation design and telecom ... Experience with Document Control or Document Management preferred. About Us Asplundh Engineering ...

Develop relay protection schemes, relay settings criteria, control philosophies, and associated ... Lead and participate in client meetings and job site visits to collect design data, present ...

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How much do lead protection control relay design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for lead protection control relay design engineer in the United States is $123,784.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,500.00 and $135,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Lead Protection Control Relay Design Engineer vs Protection Control Relay Design Engineer?

AspectLead Protection Control Relay Design EngineerProtection Control Relay Design Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Electrical Engineering, certifications in relay protectionBachelor's or higher in Electrical Engineering, certifications in relay protection
Work EnvironmentDesign teams, R&D labs, project planningDesign teams, R&D labs, project planning
Industry UsagePower utilities, industrial automation, energy sectorPower utilities, industrial automation, energy sector
Role FocusLeading design projects, overseeing technical development, team coordinationDeveloping and testing relay protection designs, technical analysis

The main difference is that the Lead Protection Control Relay Design Engineer typically oversees design projects and manages teams, while the Protection Control Relay Design Engineer focuses on developing and testing relay protection components. Both roles require similar credentials and work in comparable environments within the power and energy industries.

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Infographic showing various Lead Protection Control Relay Design Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 94% Full Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 73% In-person, 7% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,784 per year, or $59.5 per hour.

Lead Engineer - Protection & Control

Palm Beach Gardens, FL • On-site, Remote

Qualus
501 - 1,000 employees

$97K - $127K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


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9.3

Company rating: 9.3 out of 10

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Job description

Position Overview

Power your future with Qualus in our Substation Protection and Control department as a Lead Protection & Control Engineer. Our team is growing, and we are seeking seasoned Protection and Control Engineers who are in or ready for leadership and have a desire to mentor up and coming engineers. If you have 7+ years of experience in major utility substations, we want to hear from you!

This position may be based in Lake Mary, FL; Palm Beach Gardens, FL; Las Vegas, NV, Boise, ID; Raleigh, NC; or Fort Worth, TX.

Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of protection & control engineers, engineering technicians, and drafting technicians from project proposal to project as-built stage.
  • Coordinate with Substation Physical Engineering, Relay Settings, and other groups to ensure design concurrence.
  • Development of complete engineering design packages for protective relaying and communications systems, including one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC schematics, DC schematics, logic and functional diagrams, panel layouts, control house layouts, wiring/connection diagrams, interconnection diagrams, relaying equipment specifications and bill of materials.
  • Development of SCADA packages, including input / output list (Point Data Sheet)
  • Provides technical direction and on-the-job training to drafters, engineering technicians, and less experienced engineers.
  • Developing, nurturing and maintaining trusted relationships with senior level engineers, managers, and executives with current or prospective clients.
  • Confidently and comfortably present technical solutions to key customers; respond in real time to technical concerns and answer questions in a knowledgeable articulate manner.
  • Direct and/or participate in client meetings/job site visits to collect or deliver design and engineering data.
  • Perform/Ensure company's Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are followed on all design packages.
  • Delegating, planning, prioritizing and reviewing the work of other engineers will be critical.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE). Civil Engineering degrees will also be considered. An MS Degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the BS Engineering degree. International Engineering Degrees will be considered.
  • Seven (7) or more years of electrical engineering experience is desired, experience in protection and control engineering is required.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration required.
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are required.
  • Familiar with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
  • Must have strong analytical and computer skills.

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Benefits & CompensationQualus offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, which may include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage, Retirement Savings Plans (including employer matching where applicable), Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Company Holidays. Benefits offerings may vary based on position, work location, and eligibility requirements. The compensation range for this position is provided in accordance with applicable laws and market practices. The final base salary offered may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, internal equity, performance, and business needs. Compensation ranges are subject to change at the Company's discretion and as permitted by applicable law.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.

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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.

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Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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