Protection and Control Engineer

Ampirical; United States; Remote; USD 102,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical, dental, vision

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Gym membership stipend

Wellness program

Fertility benefits

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ampirical’s remote-based Protection and Control Engineer role focuses on designing and validating relay protection schemes for transmission and distribution substations. You’ll select devices, size equipment, and prepare detailed drawings and scopes while ensuring compliance with client standards and industry regulations.

You will collaborate with internal teams and external clients, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to project execution from design to commissioning.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree required.
• PE license required.
• 5+ years of protection and control design experience in utilities/energy.

Responsibilities

• Identify protection and control schemes for substations.
• Select protection devices and size equipment; procure materials.
• Prepare scopes, estimates, and drawings (one-line, diagrams).
• Perform load calculations for panels and battery systems.
• Ensure adherence to standards and regulations for relay protection.
• Provide field support for turnkey substation projects.
• Interface with clients and vendors to ensure alignment.
• Mentor junior engineers and support design processes.

Skills

Protection engineering

SCADA & RTU config

Communication & collaboration

Client interface

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

Bentley MicroStation

Bentley Substation

ETAP

WinIGS

IEEE 80/998

Job description

About Ampirical

At Ampirical, we're shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.

We don’t just build projects—we build careers. If you’re looking for a place where your contributions matter and your professional development is supported every step of the way, we’d love to meet you. Watch this video to get a glimpse into our culture.

Why Ampirical?

• Salary Range: $102,000 - $140,000 - Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)
• Profit-Sharing Bonus: Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary)
• Day-One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
• PTO: Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays
• Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off
• Career Development: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
• Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

Your Role: Protection and Control Engineer

What You’ll Do

• Identify appropriate protection and control schemes for transmission and distribution substations.
• Select protection devices and ensure proper equipment sizing and material procurement.
• Prepare scopes of work, estimates, and drawing packages including wiring diagrams, schematics, protection panels, one-line, and three-line diagrams.
• Perform load calculations for panels, battery systems, voltage drop, and other substation components.
• Ensure adherence to client standards and industry regulations related to relay protection.
• Provide field support and conduct pre-inspections for turnkey substation projects involving protection panels, breakers, transformers, control houses, and supporting equipment.
• Interface with clients and vendors to ensure project alignment and technical accuracy.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to revise and maintain design/construction scope processes.

What You Bring

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in protection and control design within the utilities or energy industry.
• Experience with ETAP, WinIGS, and IEEE 80/998.

Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor, Bentley MicroStation, and/or Bentley Substation software (2D/3D modeling experience is a plus).
• Knowledge of SCADA, automation, relay settings, RTU configuration, and protection & control engineering concepts.
• Experience in the electric utility or petrochemical industry.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Remote