Senior Protection & Control Engineer

Substation Engineering Company; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Substation Engineering Company is seeking a Mid to Senior-level Electrical Engineer focused on the design of high voltage substations (15kV to 765kV). The role includes providing estimating and design analysis for new projects, collaborating within a team environment, and maintaining quality assurance on project documentation.

The ideal candidate should have a BSEE or MSEE, seven or more years of relevant experience, and a Professional Engineering license. Strong analytical skills and clear communication abilities are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in protection and control engineering.
• Ability to perform technical direction and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Designs and analyzes systems for high voltage substations.
• Prepares material specifications and monitors tasks.

Skills

Protection and control engineering

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills in English

Education

BSEE or MSEE

Professional Engineering license

Job description

Substation Engineering Company (SECo) is a full-service engineering and design firm delivering high-quality solutions to electric utilities nationwide. Our expertise spans substation, switchyard, transmission, and distribution projects, enhanced by advanced laser scanning and 3D modeling capabilities. We integrate strong engineering fundamentals with efficient, forward-thinking processes to deliver safe, reliable, and constructible solutions for critical infrastructure.

In partnership with Tier 1 Utility Design, Inc. (Tier 1), a certified woman-owned engineering firm, we cultivate a collaborative, engineering-driven environment where ideas are shared openly, challenges are addressed proactively, and technical excellence is the standard. Our team is committed to ownership, continuous improvement, and a supportive culture that values both professional growth and work–life balance.

Job Description

Mid to Senior-level electrical engineering position focusing on the performance of both routine and complex activities and tasks related to the design of high voltage substations (15kV to 765kV).

Typical duties include (but are not limited to)

• Provides estimating, engineering, and design analysis for new and retrofit switchyard and substation projects up to 765kV.
• Designs and modifies relaying one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, protection and control schematics, relay panels, DC and AC auxiliary systems, and SCADA systems.
• Performs short-circuit grounding and lightning protection analysis.
• Prepares material specifications.
• Monitors budget and schedule for assigned tasks.
• Works in a team environment, coordinating requirements with other engineering and design disciplines.
• Provides technical direction to subordinate team members.
• Holds responsibility for the quality assurance of the documents to the applicable company and client standards.

Desired Education, Experience, and Training

• BSEE or MSEE.
• 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in protection and control engineering with a thorough knowledge of applicable theories, practices and accepted procedures.
• Professional Engineering license.
• Ability to quickly develop broader knowledge through performing structured functional assignments, such as collecting and analyzing data related to specific tasks.
• Independently works through individual projects and/or takes the lead role in broader projects.
• Computer proficiency required as well as strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail as well as ability to meet deadlines and complete assignments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Commitment to customer service and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.