Lead Substation Protection & Control Engineer

Unitedgridsolutions; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility engineering firm located in Marietta, GA is seeking an experienced engineer to provide protection and control design for substation projects. The ideal candidate will lead engineering teams, manage project schedules and budgets, and ensure high-quality design services. Applicants should have over 8 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, and a Professional Engineer license. This full-time position offers opportunities for both technical leadership and collaboration across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience as a practicing engineer.
• Licensed Professional Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Provide substation protection and control design.
• Lead a transmission substation engineering team.
• Manage project schedules and budgets.
• Advise on physical engineering issues on site.
• Oversee and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Advanced understanding of protection and control fundamentals

Expert in design of protection schemes

Ability to lead a team of engineers

Project management principles

Quality control processes for design

Communication and collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree from an EAC/ABET accredited Engineering Program

Job description

A leading utility engineering firm located in Marietta, GA is seeking an experienced engineer to provide protection and control design for substation projects. The ideal candidate will lead engineering teams, manage project schedules and budgets, and ensure high-quality design services. Applicants should have over 8 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, and a Professional Engineer license. This full-time position offers opportunities for both technical leadership and collaboration across multiple projects.