Senior Engineer - Power Systems / P&C / Substation

Utilities Service, LLC; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Profit sharing

Health and welfare benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) in Georgia seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead power systems, protection & control, and substation projects across the region. Hybrid work with on-site days as needed, travel within GA and neighboring states, and relocation assistance for qualified candidates.

You’ll provide technical leadership, perform studies (short-circuit, coordination, arc flash, load flow), develop P&C designs, SCADA integration, and interface with utility clients to advance

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of experience in power systems, protection & control, or substation engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Strong knowledge of power system theory, protection principles, and substation design.
• Experience with relay programming and configuration (SEL, GE, Beckwith, electromechanical).
• Experience with networked substation architectures and managed switches (e.g., Ruggedcom).
• SCADA/RTU/HMI experience (e.g., Cimplicity or equivalent).
• Proficiency with power system study software such as ASPEN, CAPE, ETAP, SKM, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design and analysis for transmission, distribution, and substation projects.
• Perform power system studies including short‑circuit, coordination, arc flash, and load flow analyses.
• Develop and review Protection & Control (P&C) designs, relay logic, trip schemes, and relay settings.
• Work on substation engineering including equipment specifications, one‑lines, three‑lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, and grounding design.
• Configure and integrate substation networking systems (managed switches, LAN architecture).
• Conduct event, relay, and disturbance analysis to support system troubleshooting and restoration.
• Develop and review SCADA configurations including RTU logic, HMI screens, and communication interfaces.
• Interpret and apply utility standards, industry codes, and relevant cybersecurity requirements.
• Provide technical leadership to multi‑disciplinary project teams.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and technical staff.
• Interface directly with utility clients to present engineering solutions and resolve technical issues.
• Support field activities such as commissioning, relay testing, troubleshooting, and system verification.
• Serve as Owner’s Engineer by reviewing designs and guiding project execution teams.

Skills

Power Systems Engineering

Protection & Control

Substation Engineering

Relay Programming

SCADA/RTU/HMI

Managed Switches

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ASPEN

ETAP

CAPE

SKM

Ruggedcom

Cimplicity

Job description

Description

We’re looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team in Georgia —whether your expertise is in Power Systems, Protection & Control, or Substation Engineering—who is ready to shape the future of the grid and strengthen the reliability of critical power infrastructure. Join us at Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) and take on high‑impact work supporting utility‑scale transmission, distribution, and substation projects across the region.

At AES, you’ll lead complex engineering solutions, collaborate with a talented multidisciplinary team, and influence technical decisions that drive the evolution of our industry. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, take ownership, and want to leave your mark on major utility projects, this is where your career can accelerate.

Work Location & Schedule

This position is based in Georgia and follows a hybrid work schedule. While flexibility is offered, candidates must be able to work on‑site several days per week—or as required by project needs or leadership direction.

Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

Regional travel within Georgia and neighboring states

is required to meet with customers, support field activities, attend project meetings, and maintain strong client relationships.

How You Will Make an Impact

You will contribute as a senior technical leader across a wide range of power system engineering disciplines, including transmission, distribution, substation, and protection & control.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design and analysis for transmission, distribution, and substation projects.
• Perform power system studies including short‑circuit, coordination, arc flash, and load flow analyses.
• Develop and review Protection & Control (P&C) designs, relay logic, trip schemes, and relay settings.
• Work on substation engineering including equipment specifications, one‑lines, three‑lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, and grounding design.
• Configure and integrate substation networking systems (managed switches, LAN architecture).
• Conduct event, relay, and disturbance analysis to support system troubleshooting and restoration.
• Develop and review SCADA configurations including RTU logic, HMI screens, and communication interfaces.
• Interpret and apply utility standards, industry codes, and relevant cybersecurity requirements.
• Provide technical leadership to multi‑disciplinary project teams.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and technical staff.
• Interface directly with utility clients to present engineering solutions and resolve technical issues.
• Support field activities such as commissioning, relay testing, troubleshooting, and system verification.
• Serve as Owner’s Engineer by reviewing designs and guiding project execution teams.

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

• 8–12+ years of experience in power systems, protection & control, or substation engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Strong knowledge of power system theory, protection principles, and substation design.
• Experience with relay programming and configuration (SEL, GE, Beckwith, electromechanical).
• Experience with networked substation architectures and managed switches (e.g., Ruggedcom).
• SCADA/RTU/HMI experience (e.g., Cimplicity or equivalent).
• Proficiency with power system study software such as ASPEN, CAPE, ETAP, SKM, or similar.
• PE license preferred (any state; Georgia PE is a plus).
• Knowledge of IEC‑61850 / GOOSE messaging preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to travel regionally to meet with customers and support field/project needs.

Key Skills and Technologies

• Power Systems Engineering
• Protection & Control (P&C)
• Relay Programming (SEL, GE, Beckwith)
• Substation Engineering & Design
• Transmission & Distribution (T&D)
• SCADA, RTU, HMI, IED
• Managed Switches (Ruggedcom)
• IEC 61850 / GOOSE
• Short Circuit, Coordination, Arc Flash & Load Flow Studies
• ETAP, ASPEN, CAPE, SKM
• System Modeling & Event Analysis
• NERC / Cybersecurity Awareness
• Field Testing & Commissioning
• Utility Standards & Compliance

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation Range: $120,500 – $167,580 base salary annually.

In accordance with applicable law, final compensation will be based on the selected candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and the requirements of the position.

• This role is also eligible for an annual bonus and profit sharing.
• Asplundh reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.
• Asplundh offers a competitive total rewards package that includes:
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits (health, dental, and vision start day 1 of employment!)
• Fringe benefits
• Paid time off

About Us

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) brings over 100 years of expertise to deliver top‑notch engineering, design, planning, and testing services for transmission, distribution, substation, and renewable infrastructure markets across the U.S.

An Asplundh Company

As part of the Asplundh family, AES benefits from extensive resources and a century of experience. Together, we provide utilities with comprehensive end‑to‑end services, from design to construction, testing, and maintenance, ensuring reliability and peace of mind.

Our Commitment

At AES, we believe in tackling challenges together with our customers, leveraging our collective experience and resources to achieve success in every project.

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Important Information for Applicants:

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre‑employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.