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Lead Substation Protection and Controls Engineer
In one line: Lead Substation Protection and Controls Engineer is a remote role in the United States at an engineering consultancy serving electric utilities.
- USD 125,000 to 180,000 per year
- Remote (US)
- An engineering consultancy serving electric utilities
- Posted 10 Feb 2026
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Lead protection and control engineering for utility substation projects from 4kV to 345kV. The role is client facing, includes project management duties and offers remote work.
At a glance
- PayUSD 125,000 to 180,000 per year
- Remote scopeRemote, United States
- Posted10 Feb 2026
- Last checked20 Oct 2026
What you will do
- Develop one line and three line diagrams, AC and DC schematics.
- Design SCADA and RTU systems, panel layouts, wiring and bills of material.
- Coordinate with civil, structural and substation disciplines.
- Lead project engineering and mentor the engineering and design team.
- Ensure design standards are followed and perform quality control reviews.
- Support projects from scoping through final design, closeout and construction.
What they look for
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
- Professional Engineering licensure, or FE certification on the path to licensure.
- At least ten years of experience in the electric utility industry.
- Utility substation engineering experience focused on design packages.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Nice to have
- Relay settings experience.
Benefits
- Flexible paid time off policy.
- Annual bonus and monthly incentive plans.
- Company matched retirement plan, fully vested.
- Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
- Paid training, seminars, tuition reimbursement and licensure fee coverage.
Questions about this job
Is this job fully remote, and from where?
Yes, it is listed as remote, aimed at candidates in the United States.
What does this job pay?
The posting states USD 125,000 to 180,000 per year.
What experience is needed?
The posting asks for: bachelor's degree in electrical engineering; professional Engineering licensure, or FE certification on the path to licensure; at least ten years of experience in the electric utility industry.
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