REMOTE Protection & Controls Substation Engineer

Location: Chicago
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

REMOTE / Growing firm/ Excellent Benefits/ $$$ This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jillian Morgan Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $100,000 - $115,000 per year A bit about us: The REMOTE Protection & Controls Substation Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of electrical substations for utility and industrial clients. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of high-voltage substation equipment, industry standards, and project management skills. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, clients, and regulatory bodies to ensure successful project completion. Why join us? Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as access to telemedicine. Retirement Plans: 401(k) with a company match. Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation days, sick leave, and personal time off. Paid Company Holidays: Company paid holidays and one floating holiday. Family Support: Paid leave policies for maternity, paternity, adoption, and foster care placement. Life and Disability Insurance: Basic and supplemental life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance. Flexible Scheduling: Remote/hybrid work options and flexible work hours. Job Details Job Details: Are you an experienced Protection & Controls Substation Engineer looking for a challenging yet rewarding career opportunity? We are currently seeking a talented and dedicated individual to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis. The successful candidate will have the freedom to work remotely from the comfort of their own home. This exciting role requires a dynamic individual who is not only proficient in high voltage, 15-500 kV substations, calculations such as relay burden, voltage drop, and short circuit calculations, but also has a comprehensive understanding of Protection & Controls. Responsibilities: As a Protection & Controls Substation Engineer, you will be entrusted with the following responsibilities: 1. Design, analyze, and supervise the installation and operation of high voltage, 15-500 kV substations. 2. Conduct and interpret complex calculations related to relay burden, voltage drop, and short circuit calculations to ensure optimal performance and safety. 3. Develop and implement Protection & Controls strategies to safeguard the integrity and efficiency of our substations. 4. Collaborate closely with various teams to troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to the substations. 5. Maintain detailed documentation of all work, including designs, calculations, and analysis results. 6. Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and regulations to ensure our systems are always at the forefront. 7. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers. Qualifications: To be considered for this exciting role, you must possess the following qualifications: 1. A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. 2. A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, specifically with high voltage, 15-500 kV substations. 3. Proficiency in conducting and interpreting relay burden, voltage drop, and short circuit calculations. 4. Solid understanding and experience with Protection & Controls. 5. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. 6. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. 7. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting. 8. Valid Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred. This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced Protection & Controls Substation Engineer to take their career to the next level. If you are passionate about your work, thrive in a fast-paced, remote environment, and are excited by the prospect of making a real difference, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join our dynamic team! Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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