[Remote] Senior Protection & Control (P&C) Engineer – Substation Design (Remote Option)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Primera Engineers is a nationally recognized, woman-owned firm that prioritizes collaboration, learning, and innovation in designing sustainable power systems. The Senior Protection & Control Engineer will lead the design for high-voltage substations, mentor early-career engineers, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform protection and control (P&C) design for high-voltage substations (69 kV – 500 kV) in transmission and distribution networks
• Create relay coordination studies, SCADA schematics, control wiring diagrams using tools such as ASPEN, CAPE, ETAP, and SEL relays
• Partner with physical design and civil/structural engineering teams to ensure high-quality, constructible designs, and schedule adherence
• Conduct protection coordination, relay settings, and system analysis using tools such as ASPEN, CAPE, or ETAP
• Review P&C deliverables for compliance with NESC, IEEE, and client standards
• Mentor and inspire early-career engineers, fostering technical growth and team collaboration — you’ll be a technical leader and a role model
• Support proposal efforts and provide input on project scoping, schedule, and cost estimating for new projects

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and an active PE license
• 8+ years of experience in protection & control or power systems engineering for utilities, EPCs, or consulting firms
• Proficiency with relays, SCADA systems, and protection engineering tools (ASPEN, CAPE, ETAP, SEL)
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage substation layouts, grounding, and protection schemes
• Excellent communication, project leadership, and mentoring skills with a strong eye for detail and quality
• A genuine passion for innovation and helping shape the next generation of substation engineers

Benefits

• Flexibility that works : Choose a hybrid or remote schedule that fits your life and projects.
• Culture of belonging : Be part of a nationally ranked, inclusive firm that values people, teamwork, learning, and collaboration.
• Growth that lasts : We invest in and support your goals -- professional training, PE licensing, leadership development, and technical programs are all part of the package.
• Comprehensive benefits : Competitive compensation, profit sharing, 401(k) match, ESOP participation, continuing education reimbursement, paid volunteer time, professional development support, and generous paid time off.

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