Senior Protection and Control Engineer

Mott MacDonald; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 144,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

Parental leave

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a Senior Protection & Controls Engineer to design and implement protection and control systems for electrical utility projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in protection and control engineering, strong technical skills, and the ability to mentor junior staff. The position offers competitive salaries based on location, hybrid work model, and a comprehensive benefits package including performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in protection and control engineering, including SCADA systems.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with electrical utility switching stations/substations.
• Strong knowledge of protective relay schemes and AC/DC power distribution.

Responsibilities

• Design P&C systems for switching stations and substations ranging from 4kV to 500kV.
• Create and review engineering drawings, including relay protection schematics.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on complex projects.

Skills

Protection and control engineering

SCADA systems

Technical guidance

Microprocessor relay design

High-voltage equipment controls

Electrical layout drawings

Mentoring

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Mott MacDonald is looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Protection & Controls (P&C) Engineer to join our dynamic team in Boston, New York or New Jersey offices. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in hands‑on engineering work across a wide range of electrical utility projects.

What You'll Do

As a Senior P&C Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing and implementing protection and control systems for transmission and distribution projects. Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing P&C systems for switching stations and substations ranging from 4kV to 500kV.
• Creating and reviewing detailed engineering drawings, including one-line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC distribution, relay protection schematics, SCADA controls, and control house layouts.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including layout designers, system protection engineers, construction supervisors, and field personnel.
• Performing calculations for AC/DC load banks and battery sizing.
• Providing technical guidance and quality reviews for junior engineers and external contractors.
• Coordinating with vendors and reviewing technical documentation to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Leading design teams on complex projects and engaging in technical discussions with clients.
• Applying your expertise in microprocessor relay design and high‑voltage equipment controls, including SCADA and GIS systems.
• Supporting proposal efforts through estimating and scheduling P&C work.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in protection and control engineering, including SCADA systems.
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience with electrical utility switching stations/substations and related equipment.
• Strong knowledge of protective relay schemes, fiber optic communication, metering, and AC/DC power distribution.
• Proficiency in interpreting and developing complex control schematics and electrical layout drawings.
• Familiarity with NERC and IEEE standards.
• Proven ability to mentor junior staff and foster technical growth.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Benefits & Reward

Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, with direct benefits through performance bonuses. We provide a comprehensive package that includes 401(k), medical, dental, and vision insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company‑paid life insurance.

Collaboration at Our Core

We believe great ideas happen when we collaborate. Our hybrid model centers on an in‑office culture, with most work performed face‑to‑face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

Equal Opportunity

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, or disability status.

Salary: MA: $139,000 – $170,000

Salary: NY: $144,000 – $176,000

Salary: NJ: $139,000 – $170,000