Senior Substation Protection & Control Field Engineer – Chicago Area

Orbital Engineering, Inc.; Whiting (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Substation Protection & Control Field Engineer based in Whiting, Indiana. The ideal candidate will be responsible for guiding installation, testing, and maintenance of critical electric transmission and distribution infrastructure. Candidates should have at least 7 years of relevant experience and a BS in Electrical Engineering. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Ability to apply basic electrical engineering principles.
• Proven experience in substation field engineering.
• Ability to troubleshoot relay control schemes.

Responsibilities

• Guide installation, testing, and maintenance of substation systems.
• Perform troubleshooting of P&C systems.
• Conduct compliance activities for NERC.

Skills

Investigative skills

Electrical schematics interpretation

Circuit theory knowledge

Protective relaying principles

Project planning skills

Education

BS Degree in Electrical Engineering

2-year degree with relevant experience

Tools

Electrical test and measurement equipment

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Substation Protection & Control Field Engineer based in Whiting, Indiana. The ideal candidate will be responsible for guiding installation, testing, and maintenance of critical electric transmission and distribution infrastructure. Candidates should have at least 7 years of relevant experience and a BS in Electrical Engineering. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans.