Senior Engineer - Protection & Control

slihrms; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Employer‑matched 401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Protection & Control Engineer to lead substation design projects in Boston, MA, or other US offices. You will develop one- and three-line diagrams, schematics, wiring interconnections, relay settings, and SCADA design, while mentoring junior engineers.

The role involves coordinating multi-discipline teams, supporting construction, and ensuring design compliance with NEC/IEEE standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration is preferred or eligible.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in Protection & Control electrical design.
• Prior utility or utility consulting experience preferred.
• Experience with IEC61850/Goose Messaging is a plus.
• Knowledge of NEC, NESC and IEEE standards; independent and team capable.

Responsibilities

• Develop efficient electrical design packages for medium and high voltage substations.
• Coordinate design activities to meet schedules, budgets and quality requirements.
• Assist in site visits, estimating, and project meetings.
• Provide designs compliant with codes and AtkinsRéalis procedures.
• Prepare material specifications and construction documents.

Skills

P&C Design Expertise

Client Focus

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Travel Flexibility

Education

B.S. Electrical Engineering

PE License (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Engineer - Protection & Control to join our team in the Boston, MA or another AtkinsRéalis US Based Office to lead and work on various Power Substation and P&C Engineering projects. The Protection & Controls Engineer reports to our Protection & Controls Technical Manager and requires working independently on fast paced technically complex design projects. Senior P&C Engineers are responsible for supporting or leading substation engineering project teams, with the development of one-line diagrams for Substations, relay one-line diagrams, three lines, schematics and elementaries, wiring and interconnections, control house panel layouts, relay selection, SCADA design, creation of bill of materials, and cable schedules. We are open to possibility of a hybrid work schedule depending on location.

Your role

• Work within a multi-discipline team to develop efficient and reliable electrical design packages for medium and high voltage substations.
• Coordinate design activities to maintain project schedules, budget, quality requirements to ensure successful project completion.
• Assist in site visits and station walkdowns, estimating, and attending project meetings.
• Accountable to provide design activities in accordance with applicable codes and standards, including AtkinsRéalis's policies and procedures, such as Safety, Environmental, Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
• Design electrical substation facilities including; one lines, three lines, schematics and elementaries, wiring and interconnections, P&C calculations, and reports, etc.
• Prepare specifications for material, equipment, and construction work.
• Deliver accurate and thorough electrical designs that will meet industry standards and specifications, and meet prudent engineering practices.
• Review internal and external designs for code compliance, good design practice and constructability.
• Coordinate design activities with other multi-discipline project team members.
• Provide construction support including resolving site queries, attending site meetings, and performing site inspections during the construction phase of projects.
• Maintain complete project documentation with respect to engineering studies and calculations, all design packages, as-built requirements and return data information.
• Maintain good working relationships with internal groups that support projects such as other engineering disciplines, Drafting, Project Management etc.
• Mentor and provide guidance to developing engineers within the department.

About you

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• A Professional Engineer (PE) registration (or eligible for registration) is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in P&C electrical design.
• Prior utility or utility consulting experience is preferred.
• Experience with IEC61850/Goose Messaging is a plus.
• Experience with relay settings is a plus.
• Knowledge of modern power systems, power system protection and transmission & distribution system.
• A high level of interpersonal communication skills, including a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of applicable industry standards including the National Electric Code (NEC), National Electric Safety Code (NESC), and IEEE. Ability to perform independently and in a team environment and provide project ownership.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (MicroStation experience is a plus).
• Strong client focus.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Additional hours may be necessary as workload dictates.
• Travelto client sites may be required.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values-Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence-are more than just words. They are the foundationofwhoweare and how wework. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspireustocreateanenvironmentwhereevery team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

• Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits mayincludemedical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer‑matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.Youcanreviewour comprehensive benefitspagehere .

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis , a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connectpeople,dataandtechnology to transformtheworld’sinfrastructureandenergysystems.Together,withourindustrypartnersandclients, andourglobalteamofconsultants,designers,engineersandprojectmanagers,wecanchangetheworld. We'recommittedtoleadingourclientsacrossourvariousend markets to engineer a better future for our planetanditspeople.