Lead Substation Protection & Control Engineer

CDM Smith

Jackson, MS

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, Power Management, Professional Engineer, Project Design, Project Lifecycle, Regulations, Safety Codes, Systems Reliability, Thought Leadership
LOCATION
Jackson, MS
POSTED
2 days ago

Seeking a Lead Substation Protection & Control Engineer to manage complex power projects, from design to compliance, ensuring system reliability and safety.
Responsibilities include leading project lifecycle, mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with clients, and contributing to industry thought leadership.
Preferred locations include OH, PA, NJ, NY, VA, and GA with hybrid work options.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related, PE license, 12+ years of experience.
• Expertise in high-voltage substation design, relay schemes, equipment specs, and safety codes.
• Strong communication, CAD skills, and regulatory knowledge.
Travel expected (~10%).
Offers competitive salary ($134K-$248K), career growth, and an inclusive work environment.

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