Substation Engineer-P&C

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account with employer

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Paid medical and family leave benefits

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. seeks a mid-level Protection and Control Engineer to lead P&C design for large renewable energy substations. You will guide engineers, drafters, and designers to meet project requirements and codes while coordinating with Relay, SCADA, and Civil teams.

The role emphasizes developing studies, equipment specs, and acceptance of vendor submittals to ensure reliable protection in HV/MV substations. Travel is minimal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited program is required.
• 4+ years work experience in high voltage substation P&C design.
• Strong knowledge of substation zones of protection.
• Familiarity with ANSI, IEEE, NEC, NESC, NERC standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop project drawings including one-lines, three-lines, AC/DC schematics, and BOM.
• Create relay panel elevations and wiring diagrams; coordinate enclosure layouts.
• Perform studies and calculations: transformer sizing, load, CT saturation, voltage drop, cable sizing.
• Review equipment vendor submittals for conformance with specs and project requirements.
• Coordinate with other substation teams and attend project meetings as needed.

Skills

HV substation design

Protection & control

Relay coordination

Technical communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Relay settings coordination

Protection schemes knowledge

Job description

Description

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.

Requirements

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

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 tasks

Travel Requirements:

10% (or less)

Occasional (minimal) travel to project sites and/or client offices for meetings may be required.

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 outcomes in 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.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). 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.

Benefits:

Westwood offers a full suite of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution; company-paid life and AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Employees are also eligible for a 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and paid medical and family leave benefits in accordance with applicable state law.

Application Deadline

The anticipated deadline to apply for this position is 9/20/2026 . If business needs require additional time to identify qualified candidates, the application period may be extended and the posting will be updated accordingly.