Senior/Lead Protection & Controls Engineer (P&C)
Michael Page · Covington, LA · 4 days ago
Engineering$140k–$190k/yrFull-time
About the role
High demand skillset with strong career growth to director level
Job Description
- Identify appropriate protection and control schemes for transmission and distribution substations
- Select protection devices and ensure proper equipment sizing and material procurement
- Prepare scopes of work, estimates, and drawing packages including wiring diagrams, schematics, protection panels, one-line, and three-line diagrams
- Perform load calculations for panels, battery systems, voltage drop, and other substation components
- Ensure adherence to client standards and industry regulations related to relay protection
- Interface with clients and vendors to ensure project alignment and technical accuracy
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance
- Collaborate with internal teams to revise and maintain design/construction scope processes
- P&C Design: Develop P&C packages including one-lines, three-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, relays, communication diagrams, SCADA points
- Conduct battery sizing, voltage drop, and conduit fill calcs
- Develop relay settings and perform arc flash and coordination studies
- Interface with SCADA/RTAC systems and vendors for major equipment submittals
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET Accredited)
- 5-10+ years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus in power systems, renewable energy, or substations
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MS Office, and at least one power system analysis software
- EIT or PE certification is preferred, or ability to obtain in the future
Qualifications
- Not specified
Skills
- Not specified
Benefits
- Competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $190,000 USD
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
- Tenure Awards - Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences
- Competitive Compensation packages
- Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
- 401K match
- Tuition Assistance
- Student Loan Repayment
- Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
- Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
- Employee Referrals
- Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
- Dependent Care Match
- Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
- Family Planning & IVF Benefits
Pay
Competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $190,000 USD
Schedule
Flexible work schedules are available for some positions