Substation Protection & Controls Engineer, I

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Assist in the design of protection and control systems for substations under the guidance of experienced Electrical Engineers and Licensed Professional Engineers.

• Create and modify one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control schematics, wiring diagrams, auxiliary AC and DC power systems, relay panel layouts, specifications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, and bills of materials.

• Collaborate with project teams to enhance the system integration of protection, control, automation, and monitoring systems.

• Conduct engineering calculations to ensure project success.

• Gain expertise in relay coordination studies and prepare protective relay and SCADA settings for utility clients.

• Communicate and coordinate project activities with project managers, lead engineers, designers, and drafters.

• No supervisory responsibilities are included.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.

• Engineer in Training (EIT) designation is highly preferred but not mandatory.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Capability to work closely with engineering and design team members to coordinate the overall design package and its requirements.

• Personal accountability for the quality and accuracy of the work produced.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, along with proven verbal and written communication abilities.

• Proficiency in common word processing, spreadsheet, and email software.

• Ability to develop and modify electrical engineering design documents and drawings.

• Competence in performing engineering calculations, such as relay burden, voltage drop, short circuit analysis, battery sizing, and auxiliary AC/DC load calculations.

• Ability to develop relay coordination studies and establish protective relay and SCADA settings.

• Completion of the Culture Index assessment is required for consideration.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health Insurance: Includes medical, dental, and vision plans, along with access to telemedicine services.

• Retirement Plans: Offers a 401(k) with company matching.

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Comprises vacation days, sick leave, and personal time off.

• Paid Company Holidays: Includes company-paid holidays and one floating holiday.

• Family Support: Provides paid leave policies for maternity, paternity, adoption, and foster care placement.

• Life and Disability Insurance: Offers both basic and supplemental life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability insurance.

• Flexible Scheduling: Provides options for remote work and flexible working hours.

• Opportunities for career growth and job satisfaction.