Lead Substation Protection & Control Engineer

Pike Corporation; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Engineering seeks a senior engineer to lead protection and control design for substation and transmission projects, delivering safe and cost-effective engineering services. You will supervise junior staff, manage budgets, and support proposals, while coordinating with clients and other design disciplines.

Requirements include 5–7 years of engineering experience, ABET/EAC accredited degree, and PE licensure within a year. This is a hands-on, leadership role within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years’ experience as a practicing engineer.
• Bachelor’s degree from an EAC/ABET accredited Engineering Program OR evaluation by NCEES OR advanced degree in engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or ability to be licensed within one year.

Responsibilities

• Lead protection and control design for substation and transmission projects.
• Oversee budgets and project schedules.
• Mentor engineers and designers on the team.
• Support proposal development and cost estimating.
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines and clients on field issues.

Skills

Protection & control

Substation design

SCADA design

Team leadership

Project management

Budgeting

Client liaison

Education

ABET/EAC accredited degree

PE license eligibility

Job description

Pike Engineering seeks a senior engineer to lead protection and control design for substation and transmission projects, delivering safe and cost-effective engineering services. You will supervise junior staff, manage budgets, and support proposals, while coordinating with clients and other design disciplines.

Requirements include 5–7 years of engineering experience, ABET/EAC accredited degree, and PE licensure within a year. This is a hands-on, leadership role within a dynamic team.