Lead Substation Protection & Control Engineer

CDM Smith

Columbia, SC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$134,000–$248,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Equipment Specification, High Voltage (HV), Industry/Trade Press, Mentoring, Professional Engineer, Project Design, Project Lifecycle, Project Tracking, Regulations, Systems Reliability
LOCATION
Columbia, SC
POSTED
1 day ago

Seeking a Lead Substation Protection & Control Engineer to oversee complex substation projects ensuring power system reliability, safety, and efficiency.

Responsibilities include leading project lifecycle from design to compliance, mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with clients, and contributing to industry publications.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related, PE license, 12+ years experience.
- Preferred: high-voltage substation design, relay schemes, equipment specs, grounding, lightning protection.

This hybrid role offers locations in OH, PA, NJ, NY, VA, GA, with travel up to 10%. Salary range $134K–$248K, no visa sponsorship. Strong communication, design, and regulatory knowledge required.

Join a dynamic team committed to innovation and professional growth in a challenging, inclusive environment.

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