Senior Substation Relay & Controls Engineer — Remote-Friendly

ISG; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Volunteer time

Parental leave

HSA/FSA

Disability insurance

Parking reimbursement

Bereavement leave

401K

Life insurance

ESOP (Employee Ownership)

Job summary

ISG seeks a Senior Substation Relay + Controls Engineer to lead protection and control design for high-voltage substations, delivering one-line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts for a major client.

You will mentor junior staff, collaborate across disciplines, ensure IEEE/NESC compliance, and drive safe, reliable grid solutions while supporting nationwide projects. We welcome flexible remote arrangements where feasible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years of consulting or substation engineering and design experience.
• Ohio PE License preferred. May be working towards certification.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for site visits, design reviews, and client meetings.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and compliant designs for high voltage substations (one-line, three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, BOMs).
• Research, understand, assist, and order the appropriate materials for each design.
• Verify adherence to client, utility, and regulatory standards (IEEE, NESC).
• Address complex technical challenges and troubleshoot design issues.
• Support project schedules to meet milestones and deliverables.
• Collaborate with substation physical, civil, and structural teams and external stakeholders.
• Review and approve drawings, calculations, and technical reports.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers, providing constructive feedback.
• Conduct training sessions and share best practices.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment.
• Serve as the main technical point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries and presenting solutions.
• Deliver high-quality designs that meet client expectations and industry standards.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance design efficiency and accuracy.
• Stay current with industry advancements, standards, and technologies.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Job description

ISG seeks a Senior Substation Relay + Controls Engineer to lead protection and control design for high-voltage substations, delivering one-line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts for a major client.

You will mentor junior staff, collaborate across disciplines, ensure IEEE/NESC compliance, and drive safe, reliable grid solutions while supporting nationwide projects. We welcome flexible remote arrangements where feasible.