P&C Engineer III

Overview

The Protection and Control Engineer III performs design engineering activities requiring a basic understanding of drawings, calculations, specifications, and industry standards and practices covering the assigned work. This role is responsible for relay protection and control engineering, including detailed design for substation projects of varying size, complexity, and voltage class.

• Lead in preparation of proposals and scope development, including conceptual designs and execution plans; engineering/project cost estimates and schedules.
• Lead in the execution of engineering activities such as physical substation design including yard layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associated bills of material.
• Protection and control design including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC schematics, DC elementaries, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring.
• Calculations for studies and reports (grounding, lighting protection, AC/DC load studies, etc.).
• Equipment specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing.
• Develop and improve processes, tools and/or technology implementations.
• Lead coordination of design activities with other departments (Civil/Structural, Networks, Transmission Line, etc.).
• Provide leadership, training and mentoring to less experienced engineers and team members.
• Regularly meet and correspond with clients or outside personnel.
• Perform quality reviews for other engineers and designers.
• Provide short‑term field support during construction.
• Support business development and marketing initiatives.
• Other areas of involvement may include relay settings, 3D modeling/design, or industry/professional technical committee involvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program.
• Minimum of five years related experience (completion of a master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of experience).
• Professional Engineer registration strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with National Electrical Safety Code and IEEE / ANSI Standard.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Capability of solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard approaches, techniques, procedures, and criteria.

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full‑time or part‑time status and level of seniority (15 to 25 days per year).
• All full‑time employees enjoy a minimum of eight paid holidays per year.
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of the employee’s state of residence.

USD $98,716.80 - USD $ / Yr.

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.