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Senior Substation Protection and Controls Engineer
In one line: Senior Substation Protection and Controls Engineer is a remote role in the United States at an engineering consultancy for electric utilities.
- USD 95,000 to 145,000 per year
- Remote (US)
- An engineering consultancy for electric utilities
- Posted 9 Feb 2026
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https://keywordise.com/mcpApply to Keywordise job eatyazphhoAbout the role
A senior engineer who supports substation protection and control projects for utility clients, working from early scoping through construction closeout and acting as the main technical contact.
At a glance
- PayUSD 95,000 to 145,000 per year
- Remote scopeRemote, United States
- Posted9 Feb 2026
- Last checked20 Oct 2026
What you will do
- Produce single line and three line drawings plus AC and DC schematics
- Design SCADA and RTU systems, panel layouts and wiring
- Build bills of material and coordinate with civil, structural and substation teams
- Run quality assurance reviews and support projects from scoping to closeout
- Provide construction support and keep clients informed
What they look for
- Bachelor degree in electrical engineering
- At least five years working in the electric utility sector
- Utility substation engineering background centred on design packages
- Strong spoken and written communication skills
- Direct experience with utility substation protection and control work
Nice to have
- Relay settings experience
- Fundamentals of Engineering certification and plans to pursue PE licensure
- AutoCAD or MicroStation proficiency
Benefits
- Flexible paid time off
- Annual bonus and monthly incentives
- Company matched retirement plan, fully vested
- Medical, dental, vision, life and disability cover
- Paid training, tuition reimbursement and licensure support
Questions about this job
Is this a remote job, and where can I work from?
Yes. The posting lists Senior Substation Protection and Controls Engineer as a remote role for candidates in the United States.
What does this job pay?
The posting states USD 95,000 to 145,000 per year.
What experience is needed?
The posting asks for: bachelor degree in electrical engineering; at least five years working in the electric utility sector; utility substation engineering background centred on design packages.
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