Substation Engineer - P&C

Westwood Professional Services; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a mid-level Protection and Control Engineer in Raleigh, NC. This role involves leading design efforts for high voltage substations, requiring strong technical skills and collaboration across multidisciplines. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities within a culture dedicated to innovative solutions and community impact.

Qualifications

• 4+ years work experience in high voltage substation P&C design.
• Familiarity with relay manufacturers and specific models.
• Experience with major substation equipment and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead P&C Engineering and Design for large scale renewable energy projects.
• Develop project drawings such as one-lines, three-lines, and schematic diagrams.
• Conduct studies and calculations for high voltage and EHV substation projects.

Skills

Strong knowledge of substation zones of protection

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Familiarity with industry standards and codes

General knowledge of technology trends specific to substations

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

EIT Certification

Job description

Overview

Substation Engineer - P&C

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a mid-level Protection and Control Engineer to join our Renewables Substation team. The primary function of this role is to lead the Substation P&C Engineering and Design efforts for large scale, transmission-interconnected renewable energy projects. The P&C Engineer will work with (and provide direction to) other engineers, designers, and drafters to develop project deliverables that satisfy all stakeholder requirements and comply with applicable codes & standards. As part of the broader multi-discipline Substation Team, the P&C Engineer will work with the Substation Project Engineer and other discipline leads to ensure design documents are coordinated and consistent between the Physical, Civil/Structural, Relay Settings, and SCADA teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

Performs all aspects of P&C design for high voltage (4kV – 230kV) and EHV (above 230kV) substation projects to include:

Development of all project drawings

• One-lines
• Three-lines
• AC/DC schematics
• Relay panel elevation and BOM
• Control enclosure layout and BOM
• Equipment and Relay Panel Wiring diagrams
• Communication schematics and connection details

Development of studies / calculations

• Station service AC load calculations and transformer sizing
• Station battery / charger DC load calculations and sizing
• CT Saturation studies
• Voltage drop / cable sizing
  • Assist with development of major equipment specifications
  • Review equipment vendor submittals for conformance with specs and project requirements
  • Review P&C deliverables completed by others
  • Cross discipline checks with other substation / service leads
  • Attend internal and external project meetings as needed
  • Assist Project Engineer with procurement and construction support task

Required Skills

• Requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from a recognized accredited program
• EIT Certification

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from a recognized accredited program
• 4+ years work experience in high voltage substation P&C design
• Strong knowledge of substation zones of protection
  • Typical protection and control schemes for:
    • Transmission Lines, HV/MV Buses, Power Transformers, Cap Banks, etc.
  • Relay manufacturers (make and model)
    • Incorporating those relays in the design to achieve desired protection
• Familiarity with Substation major equipment and the specifications, schematics, and wiring thereof:
  • HV and MV Circuit Breakers
  • Power Transformers
  • Instrument Transformers
  • Disconnect Switches
  • LV AC Systems (Station Service)
  • LV DC Systems (Station Batteries / Chargers)
  • Capacitor Banks
  • Relay Panels & Control Enclosures
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Familiarity with industry standards and codes
  • ANSI, IEEE, NEC, NESC, NERC, etc.
• General knowledge of the industry and technology trends specific to substations

Preferred Experience

• Professional engineering license or ability to obtain one within 2 years of hire.
• Previous experience in a consultancy environment
• Previous experience with large scale renewable energy projects
• General knowledge of relay settings / protection device coordination
• General knowledge of SCADA and communications systems
• General knowledge of substation construction practices

Other Expectations

• This position is classified as in-office, full time.
• Preferred office locations:
  • Austin, TX
  • Madison, WI
  • Raleigh, NC
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Other locations may be considered

Compensation Range Minimum

USD $90,000.00/Yr.

Compensation Range Maximum

USD $120,000.00/Yr.

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative “One Team” mentality yields superior outcomesin everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients’ success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2024, Zweig Group ranked Westwood nationally at #13 and #40, respectively, on its Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists. Zweig also awarded Westwood one national 1st place award for Marketing Excellence. Westwood was recently recognized as #83 in the ENR Top 500 Firms in 2024. The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.