Engineer III – Protection & Control

Jobtailor; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Raleigh, NC seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in Substation Protection & Control to design and deliver complete P&C packages for utility projects. You will develop protective relaying and communications packages, SCADA components, and related schematics, while coordinating with multiple engineering groups to ensure design concurrence.

You will provide technical direction and on-the-job training to drafters and engineers, maintain strong client relationships, and

Qualifications

• BS EE with power systems focus or MS in engineering in lieu of BS
• International degrees considered for the role
• 3+ years of experience developing complete utility substation P&C engineering design packages
• Experience with AC one-line and three-line diagrams, DC schematics, logic/functional diagrams, panel layouts, interconnection diagrams, relaying equipment specifications, and bills of materials

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver complete P&C engineering design packages for utility substations
• Create protective relaying and communications system packages, including one-line/three-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Develop SCADA packages and input/output lists
• Coordinate with Substation Physical Engineering, Relay Settings, and other groups to ensure design concurrence
• Provide technical direction and on-the-job training to drafters and engineers
• Maintain trusted client relationships and present technical solutions to customers
• Participate in client meetings and site visits to collect or deliver data
• Work independently under supervision for complex projects

Skills

AC One-Line Diagrams

Three-Line Diagrams

DC Schematics

Protection & Control

Relaying equipment specifications

Bills of Materials

SCADA Packages

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

MS Degree permitted in lieu of BS

International Engineering Degrees considered

Tools

FE License

Job description

• Design and develop utility substation Protection & Control engineering design packages
• Develop protective relaying and communications systems packages, including one-line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, logic and functional diagrams, panel layouts, control house layouts, wiring/connection diagrams, interconnection diagrams, equipment specifications, and bills of materials
• Develop SCADA packages, including input/output lists (Point Data Sheets)
• Coordinate with Substation Physical Engineering, Relay Settings, and other groups to ensure design concurrence
• Provide technical direction and on-the-job training to drafters, engineering technicians, and less experienced engineers
• Maintain trusted relationships with current or prospective clients
• Present technical solutions to key customers and respond to technical concerns and questions
• Participate in client meetings and job site visits to collect or deliver design and engineering data
• Perform assignments independently with general direction and guidance from the Manager of Engineering and/or Lead Engineer on unusual or complex projects

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with a power systems focus
• An MS Degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the BS Engineering degree
• International Engineering Degrees will be considered
• 3+ years of experience developing complete utility substation P&C engineering design packages
• Experience with AC one-line and three-line diagrams, DC schematics, logic and functional diagrams, panel layouts, interconnection diagrams, relaying equipment specifications, and bills of material
• Fundaments of Engineering (FE) License
• Desire to pursue Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Desire for continuing education and licenses
• Physical design experience in addition to Protection & Control (P&C) experience is a plus

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in utility substation Protection & Control engineering design, including the development of comprehensive design packages and technical direction for engineering teams. Strong ability to maintain client relationships and present technical solutions effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Utility Substation Protection & Control Engineering
• AC One-Line and Three-Line Diagrams
• Protective Relaying and Communications Systems
• Fundaments of Engineering (FE) License
• Technical Direction and On-the-Job Training

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Electrical Engineering
• Design Packages Development
• DC Schematics
• Logic and Functional Diagrams
• Panel Layouts
• Wiring/Connection Diagrams
• Interconnection Diagrams
• Equipment Specifications
• Bills of Materials
• SCADA Packages

Soft Skills

• Client Relationship Management
• Technical Presentation Skills
• Independent Work

Certifications & Qualifications

• Fundaments of Engineering (FE) License
• Desire to Pursue Professional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

• Power Systems
• Substation Engineering
• Physical Design Experience