Job Title: Protection and Control Engineer
Job Description
Perform substation protection and controls design and design reviews. Ensure a high level of QA/QC review for related projects. Design interfacing with SCADA systems and communications, including RTUs, HMIs, and IEDs. Develop and revise existing drawings for one-lines, physical arrangement, grounding, schematics, and wiring, control and relaying panels, and equipment wiring, while coordinating with CAD operators to develop organized quality CAD drawings. Integrate protection and control drawings to interface with the physical layout and design of substations. Manage and assist with the development of the scope of services and cost estimates for Substation and P&C projects. Depending on credentials, manage or mentor junior staff.
Responsibilities
Perform substation protection and controls design and design reviews.
Ensure a high level of QA/QC review for related projects.
Design interfacing with SCADA systems and communications, including RTUs, HMIs, and IEDs.
Develop and revise existing drawings for one-lines, physical arrangement, grounding, schematics and wiring, control and relaying panels, and equipment wiring.
Coordinate with CAD operators to develop organized, quality CAD drawings.
Integrate protection and control drawings with the physical layout and design of substations.
Manage and assist with the development of the scope of services and cost estimates for Substation and P&C projects.
Manage or mentor junior staff, depending on credentials.
Essential Skills
4-15 years of experience supporting substation protection & controls projects.
Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering Field.
EIT or PE certification preferred.
Experience managing or mentoring junior staff.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in substation design and engineering.
Familiarity with electrical utility and protection controls.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.48 - $69.71/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Lisle,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 2025.
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