Lead Substation Protection & Control Engineer

CDM Smith

Auburn, ME

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$134,000–$248,000 Per Year
SKILLS
CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Communication Skills, Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Equipment Specification, High Voltage (HV), Mentoring, National Electrical Code, Professional Engineer, Project Design, Project Lifecycle, Regulations, Systems Reliability, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Auburn, ME
POSTED
2 days ago

Seeking a Lead Substation Protection & Control Engineer to manage complex substation projects ensuring power system reliability, safety, and efficiency.
Responsibilities include leading project lifecycle from design to compliance, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with clients.
Preferred locations include Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, and Georgia, with hybrid work options.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related, PE license, 12+ years of experience.
- Expertise in high-voltage substation design (up to 345kV), relay schemes, equipment specs, and standards (NESC, NEC).
- Strong communication, CAD skills, and regulatory knowledge.
Travel required (~10%).
This role offers competitive salary ($134K-$248K), growth opportunities, and a supportive, inclusive environment. Equal opportunity employer.

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