Electrical Engineering Advisor (Substations & Protection)

ENGIE North America Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

ESPP

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

ENGIE North America is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Advisor – Substations & Protection to lead HV substation and protection engineering across our wind, solar and storage projects in North America.

Responsibilities include setting design standards, guiding procurement decisions, and coordinating with EPC partners. Requires 7+ years in substation design, HV experience, and strong relay coordination skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution; concentration in power systems preferred.
• Minimum seven (7) years of experience in electrical substation engineering and design for utility, transmission, renewables, or industrial power systems.
• Experience with high‑voltage substations (69kV+ preferred, 138kV+ strongly preferred).
• Proficiency in protective relay coordination and settings calculations for HV and EHV systems.
• Experience with power system analysis and protection studies using industry tools such as ASPEN, ETAP, SKM, PSS®E, PSLF.
• Knowledge of engineering standards (NEC/NESC/NEMA/IEEE/ANSI) and reliability frameworks (NERC/FERC).
• Working knowledge of protective relay platforms (SEL/GE).
• Excellent communication and collaboration across disciplines; PE license a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and continuous improvement of substation and protection specifications, standards, and design requirements for wind, solar, and storage projects.
• Manage external engineering firms and EPC subcontractors to ensure high engineering quality and project execution.
• Direct design reviews of high voltage substations and protection schemes, including relay one-lines and wiring diagrams.
• Develop and update internal engineering standards with Operations Engineering to drive standardization.
• Coordinate design efforts with EPC partners and owners’ engineers, reviewing submittals for alignment with project requirements.
• Support procurement in running RFPs and managing long‑lead materials such as main power transformers and HV breakers.
• Act as subject matter expert for substation and protection engineering; advise on emerging technologies and regional transmission requirements (ERCOT, MISO, PJM, CAISO).

Skills

Power systems engineering

Protection coordination

High voltage design

Power system analysis tools

NEC/NESC/IEEE knowledge

PE license (optional)

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license (optional)

Tools

ASPEN

ETAP

SKM

PSS®E

PSLF

Job description

What You Can Expect

At ENGIE, we are accelerating the energy transition by building utility-scale renewable energy projects across North America. Our team designs and delivers wind, solar, and energy storage facilities that power communities and protect our planet.

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineering Advisor – Substations & Protection to lead substation and protection & control engineering across our utility-scale renewables portfolio. In this role, you won't just review designs, you will help define engineering standards, influence major equipment and procurement decisions, and shape how projects are designed, built, and operated. Working closely with Development, Engineering, Construction, Operations, EPC partners, and equipment suppliers, you will make a direct impact on the reliable delivery of clean energy infrastructure across North America.

What You Will Do

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of substation and protection & control specifications, standards, and design requirements across utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects
• Manage external engineering firms and EPC subcontractors to achieve the highest standards of engineering quality and project execution
• Direct design reviews of high voltage substations and transmission protection schemes, including relay one-lines, three-line diagrams, ground grids, and wiring diagrams
• Develop and update internal engineering standards in collaboration with Operations Engineering to drive continuous improvement and standardization
• Coordinate engineering design efforts with EPC partners and owners’ engineers, reviewing submittals and ensuring alignment with project requirements
• Support procurement in running RFPs and managing long‑lead material acquisition such as main power transformers and HV breakers
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert for substation and protection engineering, providing guidance on emerging technologies, industry standards, and regional transmission requirements across ERCOT, MISO, PJM, and CAISO

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution; concentration or demonstrated experience in power systems engineering preferred
• Minimum seven (7) years of experience in electrical substation engineering and design supporting utility, transmission, renewable generation, or industrial power systems, including experience with high‑voltage substations (69kV+ preferred, 138kV+ strongly preferred)
• Proficiency in protective relay coordination and settings calculations for HV and EHV transmission systems
• Experience performing power system analysis, relay coordination, and protection studies using tools such as ASPEN, ETAP, SKM, PSS®E, PSLF, or similar software
• Knowledge of engineering standards including (NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE, ANSI), and reliability frameworks (NERC/FERC)
• Working knowledge of protective relay platforms, including SEL and GE systems
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across disciplines, vendors, and project teams
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus, not a requirement

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid in‑office work policy and is not eligible for remote working
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
• Must be available to travel domestically up to 20% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips

Compensation

Salary Range: $117,300 – $179,860 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate. ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well‑being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that’s not all – we’re dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full‑time employees that enhance emotional and physical well‑being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more .

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero‑Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail]. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

This role is eligible for sponsorship.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.

Business Unit: GBU Renewables & Flexible Power

Division: R&B North Am - USA & Canada

Legal Entity: ENGIE North America Inc.

Company Name: ENGIE North America

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