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How much do substation protection jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for substation protection in the United States is $104,604.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,500.00 and $135,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to get into substation protection?

To pursue a career in substation protection, candidates typically need a background in electrical engineering or a related field, along with knowledge of power systems and protective relays. Relevant certifications, such as those in electrical safety or relay settings, can enhance job prospects. Entry-level positions often require hands-on experience or apprenticeships in electrical substations.

What is substation protection?

Substation protection involves installing devices and systems to detect and isolate faults in electrical substations, ensuring reliable power delivery and preventing equipment damage. It includes protective relays, circuit breakers, and control systems that work together to quickly respond to abnormal conditions. Proper training and adherence to safety standards are essential for substation protection roles.
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Infographic showing various Substation Protection job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,604 per year, or $50.3 per hour.

Engineering Supervisor- Substation Protection & Controls (ES26-02)b.

Brazos Electric Power Cooperative, Inc.

Waco, TX

$88K - $112K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Coordinate with project management and external stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

  • Oversee engineering design packages, equipment specifications, and project documentation.

  • Lead the development, review, and approval of substation protection and control system designs.

Job description

Engineering Supervisor- Substation Protection & Controls (ES26-02)b.

Engineering Supervisor – Substation Protection & Controls

Waco, Texas

Lead the Future of Transmission System Protection

Brazos Electric Power Cooperative is seeking an experienced Supervisor – Substation Protection & Controls Engineering to lead a talented team responsible for the design, development, and continuous improvement of protection and control systems supporting our high-voltage transmission network.

What You'll Do:

Support

  • Coordinate with project management, System Protection, SCADA, Communications, Civil, Planning, and external stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
  • Oversee engineering design packages, equipment specifications, cost estimates, material tracking, service contracts, and construction schedules.
  • Manage P&C work orders, parts lists, and project documentation
  • Support procurement by specifying, tracking, and recommending substation equipment and materials.
  • Provide technical support for relay coordination, grounding, short circuit, arc flash, and fault analysis.
  • Coordinate engineering activities with external design consultants and third-party partners.Planning & Analysis
  • Develop and maintain engineering standards for high-voltage substation protection, control, and ancillary systems.
  • Lead planning and implementation of improvements to protection and control equipment and technologies.
  • Stay current on industry standards, emerging technologies, and best practices through training and technical conferences.Design
  • Lead the development and review of substation one-line diagrams, relay functional diagrams, and protection & control designs.
  • Review and approve engineering drawings, specifications, and system designs for substation protection, control, and related electrical equipment.
  • Ensure projects comply with applicable codes, industry standards, and Brazos engineering requirements.   Perform technical reviews of system configurations to verify functionality, safety, reliability, and compliance.

Supervision

  • Lead, coach, and develop the Substation Protection & Controls team to promote safety, collaboration, and high performance.
  • Partner with leadership and HR on workforce planning, hiring, compensation, employee development, and succession planning.
  • Drive continuous improvement by implementing standardized processes, sharing knowledge, and improving business practices.

What You'll Bring:

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university with an emphasis in Electric Power Systems or Electrical Control Systems.
  • Minimum 4 years of industry experience and proven success in project management and team leadership.
  • Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, or the ability to obtain Texas licensure within six months of employment.

Preferred Experience

  • High-voltage transmission and substation protection & control design.
  • Protective relaying and relay coordination principles.
  • Engineering design standards, construction support, and project management.
  • Leadership, coaching, and employee development.
  • Working with multidisciplinary engineering teams, consultants, contractors, and utility stakeholders.

If you're ready to lead a team that designs and supports the infrastructure powering Texas, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, visit our careers page: https://joblinkapply.com/Joblink/6972

Brazos Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The company does not sponsor employment visas, including H-1B visas, and does not participate in student visa training extensions or related employer-supported work authorization programs, including F-1 OPT or STEM OPT, due to administrative limitations.