Lead Engineer - Protection & Control

Salary Range: USD $ - USD $ (Annually)

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Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) delivers engineering, design, planning, commissioning, testing, and field support solutions for electric utility, renewable energy, and infrastructure clients across the United States. Backed by the strength and resources of the Asplundh family of companies, AES helps power providers modernize infrastructure, improve reliability, and safely deliver energy to the communities they serve.

Asplundh Engineering Services is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer with expertise in Utility Protection & Control to join our growing team in Boonton, New Jersey. In this role, you will lead the design, analysis, and implementation of critical protection and control systems that support safe and reliable operation of the electric grid. Working alongside a team of experienced engineers and utility professionals, you'll provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and deliver innovative solutions for transmission, distribution, and substation projects throughout their entire lifecycle.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex challenges, building client relationships, and making a lasting impact on the future of power infrastructure.

• Lead the development, review, and implementation of Protection & Control settings, relay designs, and engineering packages for utility and substation projects.
• Perform short-circuit, coordination, and system protection studies utilizing industry-standard engineering software.
• Develop and review HMI configurations, RTU settings, relay logic, communication systems, and network architecture for substation automation projects.
• Manage engineering projects, coordinate technical deliverables, and ensure compliance with client standards, NERC requirements, and industry best practices.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and professional development support to junior engineers and project team members.
• Serve as a key customer contact by providing engineering expertise, technical consultation, troubleshooting support, and project coordination.
• Support project commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and field activities while ensuring safe, high-quality project execution.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 5+ years of experience in Protection & Control Engineering, Relay Engineering, or Power Systems Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Experience with protection relays and substation equipment including SEL, GE, Beckwith, and related technologies.
• Proficiency with power system analysis software such as ASPEN, SKM, ETAP, Easy Power, or similar platforms.
• Strong knowledge of utility protection schemes, substation systems, NERC requirements, and industry engineering practices.
• Experience with IEC-61850, GOOSE communications, substation automation, telecommunications integration, or SCADA systems is preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership, project management, and client relationship skills.
• Work Model: Hybrid
• Preferred
  
  Schedule:
  
  Monday-Friday business hours with flexibility based on project needs
• Travel Requirements: Occasional travel to customer sites, substations, and project locations as required
• Physical Requirements: Ability to work in both office and field environments, including occasional visits to…