REMOTE Senior Protection & Controls Substation Engineer

Jobot; Knoxville (TN); Remote; USD 98,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Protection & Controls Substation Engineer to design and implement high-voltage substations. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge, project management skills, and experience in collaboration with various teams. Join us for competitive pay and growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation days, sick leave

Paid Holidays: Company holidays and a floating holiday

Family Support: Paid leave for maternity, paternity

Life & Disability Insurance

Flexible Scheduling: Remote/hybrid work options

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Substation Project Engineer or similar role.
• Proficient with SCADA systems and high-voltage substation design.
• PE license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-voltage substation projects from 15 kV to 500 kV.
• Manage the project lifecycle from conception to commissioning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet project requirements.

Skills

Project Management

SCADA Systems

High-Voltage Substation Design

Relay Burden Calculations

Voltage Drop Calculations

Short Circuit Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

REMOTE Senior Protection & Controls Substation Engineer

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Base pay range

$98,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr

About the role

The Substation Project Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing electrical substations for utility and industrial clients. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical knowledge of high-voltage substation equipment, industry standards, and project management skills. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, clients, and regulatory bodies to ensure successful project completion.

Why join us?

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision plans, plus telemedicine access.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) with a company match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation days, sick leave, and personal time off.
• Paid Holidays: Company holidays and a floating holiday.
• Family Support: Paid leave for maternity, paternity, adoption, and foster care.
• Life & Disability Insurance: Basic and supplemental life insurance, short- and long-term disability.
• Flexible Scheduling: Remote/hybrid work options and flexible hours.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-voltage substation projects from 15 kV to 500 kV, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and layouts.
• Manage the project lifecycle from conception to commissioning, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.
• Perform detailed calculations such as relay burden, voltage drop, and short circuit analysis.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet project requirements.
• Utilize SCADA systems for monitoring and control to ensure grid reliability and safety.
• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning, resolving issues as they arise.
• Stay updated with industry trends, standards, and technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Substation Project Engineer or similar role.
• Proficient with SCADA systems and high-voltage substation design.
• Experience with project lifecycle management for substations.
• Strong skills in relay burden, voltage drop, and short circuit calculations.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.
• PE license preferred but not required.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, capable of working independently.

Join us and be part of a team pushing engineering innovation. We offer competitive pay, a supportive environment, and growth opportunities. Apply today!

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