Principal Electrical P&C Engineer

Mott MacDonald; Westwood (MA); Hybrid; USD 147,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player as a Principal Lead P&C Engineer, leading a talented team in a collaborative environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of electrical utility projects across multiple locations. You will oversee the design and implementation of protection and control systems, ensuring excellence in engineering while mentoring the next generation of engineers. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, this position is perfect for a seasoned professional eager to make a significant impact in the field. Embrace the chance to advance your career with a company that values your expertise and fosters growth.

Benefits

401k

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

PTO

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in protection, control, and/or SCADA.
• Ability to train and mentor junior staff.
• Proficient with protective relay schemes and SCADA.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of P&C engineers and SCADA specialists.
• Provide P&C design for electrical utility projects.
• Coordinate design with electrical layout designers and engineers.

Skills

Protection and Control Engineering

SCADA Systems

Electrical Utility Experience

Relay Settings Calculations

Short Circuit Studies

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microprocessor Relays

High Voltage Breakers

GIS

Job description

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

Position Overview

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Principal Lead P&C Engineer to join the team in the Boston, MA, New York, NY, or Iselin, NJ offices. In this role, you will lead the North Division, managing and growing a team of P&C engineers and SCADA specialists. This position is ideal for a very senior candidate eager to oversee a full team and drive excellence in engineering projects. It involves hands-on engineering utilizing broad knowledge of electrical utility experience, engineering principles, and practices acquired through progressive experience and education. A background in protection & controls for switching stations and substations to develop and implement designs for transmission and distribution projects is required. Knowledge of Short Circuit Studies, Relay Settings Calculations, and Database files is a plus.

Your duties will include:

1. Able to provide P&C design for electrical utility projects for distribution and transmission voltages for Switching stations and Substations from 4kV up to and including 500kV.
2. Lead and mentor a team of P&C / SCADA engineers and specialists, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
3. Develop and implement strategies to grow the North Division, ensuring the team is equipped to handle increasing project demands.
4. Drive performance and accountability within the team, setting clear goals and expectations.
5. Proficient in working independently on P&C drawings: one lines, three lines diagrams, AC/DC Distribution diagrams, relay protection and control schematics, instrumentation and alarm schematics, SCADA controls, racks and panels layouts, wiring diagrams, control house layouts, cable schedules, and bill of materials.
6. Coordinate design with electrical layout designers and engineers, system protection, construction supervisors, commissioning engineers, and field personnel.
7. Experience in calculating AC and DC load bank sizes and battery banks.
8. Provide guidance and quality reviews of P&C designs done by junior designers or contractors.
9. Coordinate with vendors and manufacturers, review technical documentation related to P&C design.
10. Lead a team of designers for complex projects and participate in technical discussions with clients as needed.
11. Proven experience with engineering and design of microprocessor relays for transmission and distribution lines, busses, transformers, PARs, reactors, capacitors for switching stations and substations 4kV-500kV. Deep knowledge in controls of high voltage breakers, GIS, high voltage equipment monitoring, and SCADA.
12. Participate in and/or lead efforts for estimating/scheduling P&C work on engineering bids/proposals.

Candidate Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering; Master’s preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in protection, control, and/or SCADA.
• At least 5 years of project experience in electrical utility switching stations/substations, including transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, GIS, regulators, capacitor banks, fiber optic communication, oil pumping plants, and their protection & controls.
• Proficient with protective relay schemes, fiber optic communication, SCADA, metering, power distribution and controls, alarms, and equipment monitoring systems.
• Experience with complex control schematics for protective relays, alarms, auxiliary power, SCADA, and metering circuits.
• Knowledge of NERC and IEEE Standards.
• Ability to train and mentor junior staff.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• PE registration is preferred.

We welcome applications from candidates with diverse experiences, even if they do not meet every requirement listed. Let's discuss how we can help you advance your career at Mott MacDonald in North America.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 401k, medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and life insurance.

The expected salary for this position varies by location:

• Massachusetts: $147,000 - $180,000
• New York: $149,000 - $182,000
• New Jersey: $140,000 - $172,000

Individual pay is determined based on various factors including work location, education, experience, and skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, or disability.

Our hybrid working policy supports flexibility to meet personal and professional commitments, promoting well-being and trust.