Description
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About Asplundh Engineering Services (AES)
As part of the Asplundh family of companies, Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) delivers top-notch engineering, design, planning, testing, commissioning, construction management and consulting services for transmission, distribution, substation and renewable infrastructure markets across the U.S.
AES benefits from extensive resources and a century of experience. Together, we provide utilities with comprehensive end-to-end services, from design to construction, testing and maintenance, ensuring reliability and peace of mind.
Role Overview
The Lead Protection & Control Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, and integration of protection, control, communication, and SCADA systems for medium- to extra-high-voltage utility substations. This role provides technical leadership across multiple projects, ensuring the delivery of high-quality engineering solutions that meet client requirements, industry standards, and cybersecurity expectations. Working closely with project teams, clients, and stakeholders, the Lead Engineer oversees design execution, serves as a technical authority, and supports the development of engineering talent. Through technical expertise, mentorship, and project leadership, this position plays a critical role in maintaining the reliability, safety, and modernization of power system infrastructure.
How you will make an impact
- Lead the development and review of Protection & Control designs for medium-, high-, and extra-high-voltage substations, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with client and industry standards.
- Design and review communication, integration, SCADA, and automation systems, including one-line diagrams, panel layouts, RTU integration, remote access systems, managed switches, and LAN communication networks.
- Serve as the technical lead and Engineer of Record (as applicable), providing engineering oversight, design guidance, and technical direction across multiple concurrent projects.
- Evaluate and implement industry best practices for protection philosophy, substation automation, cybersecurity compliance, and system integration.
- Collaborate with clients, project managers, engineers, and field personnel to support project execution, resolve technical challenges, and ensure successful project delivery.
- Mentor, train, and develop junior engineers and designers while promoting technical excellence, quality, and continuous improvement across the organization.
What you will bring
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
- Minimum of six (6) years of experience in protection and control engineering, relay engineering, substation design, or a related power systems discipline.
- Strong knowledge of power system protection, relay applications, substation design practices, communications systems, and utility engineering standards.
- Experience with protection and control equipment manufacturers and platforms such as SEL, GE, Beckwith, electromechanical relays, RuggedCom switches, Cimplicity HMIs, and related technologies.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously while providing technical oversight, quality assurance, and mentorship to engineering teams.
- Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a strong commitment to client service and project success.
Work Environment & Preferences
- Preferred Schedule: Full-time position operating primarily during standard business hours, Monday through Friday. Flexibility may be required to support project deadlines, client meetings, design reviews, commissioning support, and coordination across multiple time zones and project teams.
- Travel Requirements: Occasional travel is required to support field walkdowns, site visits, design reviews, commissioning activities, customer meetings, and as-built verification efforts. Travel frequency will vary based on project needs and client requirements.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to work in both office and field environments, including substations, utility facilities, and active construction sites. Must be able to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based engineering work and occasionally stand, walk, climb stairs, and traverse uneven terrain during field visits. Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safely access utility facilities when supporting field assessments, commissioning, and project reviews. Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Why Work Here?
The work we perform at Asplundh is the collective effort of unique individuals. They are people with grit and heart who show up with a diversity of skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. It’s a place where individual and cultural differences are respected and valued. It’s a place where we are stronger together. Where collaboration and teamwork thrive. Where our authentic selves can flourish. The common thread for field workers and office professionals alike is that we truly care about the environment, each other, and the communities we serve.
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- Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
- We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
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