Sr. Electrical Engineer; P&C, Power Systems, SCADA)

Sr. Electrical Engineer (P&C, Power Systems, SCADA)

Houston, TX | REMOTE

A highly skilled and U.S.

-based Senior Electrical Engineer with 8+ years of progressive experience in power systems engineering, substation protection and controls, and project leadership across the energy sector, including nuclear, transmission/distribution, renewables, and automation. Brings a well-rounded technical background with strong hands-on capabilities in relay protection schemes, SCADA systems, and complex electrical studies, supported by advanced proficiency in software tools such as ETAP, SKM, ASPEN, and PSCAD.

In the most recent role, served as a Senior Protection & Controls Engineer responsible for delivering detailed design packages, including schematic, wiring, and control panel drawings for high- and medium-voltage substations. Led system studies covering short circuit analysis, arc flash, load flow, and harmonics. Demonstrated expertise in protection system design for substations up to 500kV, including relay coordination, logic diagram development, and equipment specifications.

Acted as a primary technical interface with client engineering teams and collaborated with multi-disciplinary internal teams to ensure design accuracy, code compliance, and on-time delivery. Provided peer reviews and quality control across project deliverables and mentored junior engineers.

Previously held a leadership position as Project Engineering Manager overseeing engineering and SCADA initiatives for nuclear energy programs. Responsibilities included full project lifecycle management—from proposal development and cost estimation through system design, stakeholder coordination, and final deliverables. Led engineering teams in the preparation of construction-grade drawings, technical reports, and energy performance documentation. Developed SCADA systems on Ignition platforms and supported operational compliance reviews.

Known for coaching and developing engineering staff, maintaining regulatory compliance, and delivering projects on time and within budget.

Throughout the candidate’s career, they have consistently demonstrated strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams, mentor junior staff, and develop innovative engineering solutions. Holds deep technical knowledge in both legacy and modern protection systems and is experienced in managing complex infrastructure projects in regulated environments. Adept at working within client-driven requirements while maintaining quality standards and cost-efficiency.

Key Skills and Capabilities:

• Protection & Control System Design (Relay Schemes, SCADA, Automation)
• Electrical Studies (Short Circuit, Arc Flash, Load Flow, Coordination)
• Substation Design (MV/HV, Microgrid, Renewables, BESS)
• Engineering Project Management (Proposal through Commissioning)
• Programming & Systems Integration (PLC, DNP3, IEC 61850, Ignition SCADA)
• Team Leadership, Mentorship, and Client Interface

This candidate offers immediate value to utilities, EPCs, or engineering firms seeking a technically strong, leadership-capable engineer with end-to-end project delivery experience in complex electrical power environments.