Lead Substation Protection & Control Engineer

CDM Smith

Springfield, MO

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$134,000–$248,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Equipment Specification, High Voltage (HV), Mentoring, National Electrical Code, Professional Engineer, Project Lifecycle, Project/Program Management, Regulatory Compliance, Technical/Engineering Design, Thought Leadership, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Springfield, MO
POSTED
Today

Lead Substation Protection & Control Engineer role focusing on designing and delivering complex substation projects for power systems, ensuring safety, reliability, and efficiency.
Responsibilities include managing full project lifecycle, technical design, regulatory compliance, client collaboration, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing industry thought leadership.
Preferred locations include OH, PA, NJ, NY, VA, GA, with flexibility for other U.S. sites. Requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, PE license, 12+ years' experience, and travel (~10%).
Expertise in high-voltage substation design, protective relay schemes, equipment specs, and knowledge of NESC/NEC standards is preferred.
Offers hybrid work options, competitive salary ($134K–$248K), and career growth in a diverse, inclusive environment. Background checks and drug testing apply.

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