Protection & Control Designer

Arup; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 107,100 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Profit sharing

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive benefits program

Job summary

Arup is seeking a Protection & Control Designer with significant experience in HV substation design for power utilities. This role requires performing engineering design and project delivery from concept to completion. The successful candidate will interact with clients and internal teams, preparing detailed designs and supporting studies. The position is flexible regarding work location, offering a hiring range of $107,100 to $127,000 per year based on experience.

Qualifications

• 4 years related experience.
• Proven experience in 15kV through 345kV P&C utility substation design and IEEE/ANSI standards.
• Advanced understanding of design software.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering design, technical strategy, and delivery of HV and EHV substation projects.
• Prepare substation P&C design packages including single-line diagrams and schematics.
• Support substation studies and calculations.

Skills

HV and EHV substation design

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office Tools

Education

Associate degree in technology

Job description

Position Summary

Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We are seeking a Protection & Control Designer with technical experience in the design of HV substations for power utilities and for the interconnection of renewables and data centers. In this role you will support the delivery of substation detailed design projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for electric utilities, contractors, and developers. You will be the technical interface with clients and internal team members.

This position can be worked out of our New York, New Jersey, Washington DC, Boston or Chicago offices.

Responsibilities

• Performthe engineering design, technical strategy, and delivery of HVand EHVsubstationprojectsfor power utilities and for the interconnection of renewables and data centers.
• PreparesubstationP&Cdesign packagesincludingsingle‐line diagrams,protection and control schematics, elementary and wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications,control houselayout,cableschedules,relay panel front and rear layout,cable traylayoutandbills of materialsto quality,timeand budget requirements.
• Support insubstation studies and calculationsincludingAC auxiliary system sizing, battery sizingandvoltage drop.
• Provide construction support and inter‑disciplinary coordination.

Qualifications

• Associate degreein technology or related discipline and4years related experience.
• Proven4+years experiencein15kV through 345kVP&Cutilitysubstationdesignand IEEE/ANSI standards.
• Advanced understanding of design software such as: AutoCAD and MicroStation
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, as needed, to achieve agreed goals and results.
• Excellent communication skills — able to interact with clients, regulatory bodies, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Ability torepresentthe company credibly.
• Ability to learn and effectivelyutilizenew designsoftware programs.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Tools – MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook
• The ability to prioritize work effectively, manage deadlines and organization skillsrequiredfor our rapidly changing environment.

Hiring Range

The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in New York is $107,100 to $127,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of New York will differ.

Benefits

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi‑annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross‑cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.