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Senior Engineer - Protection & Control

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$101K - $139K/yr

Develop protective relaying and control system designs for transmission and distribution substations * Develop relay protection schemes, relay settings criteria, control philosophies, and engineering ...

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Lead Engineer - Protection & Control

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$155K - $162K/yr

Develop protective relaying and control system designs for transmission and distribution substations * Develop relay protection schemes, relay settings criteria, control philosophies, and engineering ...

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Protection & Control Designer

New York, NY · On-site

$107K - $127K/yr

PreparesubstationP&Cdesign packagesincludingsingle-line diagrams,protection and control schematics, elementary and wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications,control houselayout,cableschedules,relay ...

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Engineer III - Protection & Control

Chattanooga, TN • On-site

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Job description

  • Design substation protection and control systems using applicable codes and client standards.
  • Produce one-line, three-line, AC and DC schematic, logic, functional, panel layout, wiring and connection, interconnection, communications, bill of materials, and SCADA system designs.
  • Develop protective relaying and control system designs for transmission and distribution substations.
  • Develop relay protection schemes, relay settings criteria, control philosophies, and engineering calculations.
  • Create equipment and material specifications for procurement, design scopes, and cost estimates.
  • Complete conceptual protection and control designs and layouts for new and existing substation facilities.
  • Prepare documentation supporting procurement, construction, commissioning, and operation/maintenance.
  • Lead or participate in client meetings and job site visits to collect or deliver engineering data, present solutions, resolve technical issues, and support project execution.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, vendors, and contractors.
  • Ensure compliance with QA/QC processes, including technical review and approval of engineering design packages.
  • Mentor and oversee junior engineers and designers by reviewing calculations, drawings, and specifications.
Requirements
  • 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.
Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Substation Protection and Control System Design, including the development of relay protection schemes and engineering calculations. Proficient in producing detailed engineering documentation and specifications while ensuring compliance with QA/QC processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords
  • Substation Protection & Control Design Engineering
  • Relay Protection Schemes Development
  • Engineering Calculations
  • Microsoft Office Proficiency
  • Client Interaction and Communication
Hard Skills
  • Substation Design
  • Relay Settings Criteria
  • Functional Design
  • SCADA System Design
  • Wiring and Connection Diagrams
  • Bill of Materials Preparation
  • Technical Documentation
  • Engineering Specifications
  • Conceptual Design
  • QA/QC Compliance
Soft Skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Document Management
  • Organization Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Verbal Communication
Certifications & Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
Industry Keywords
  • Transmission and Distribution Substations
  • Protective Relaying
  • Control Philosophies
  • Engineering Design Packages
  • Project Execution
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