Electrical Controls Engineer - Power

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Power Controls Engineer (Power Industry)
Position Type:
Full-Time Industry Focus:
Power Delivery / Transmission & Distribution / Substations / SCADA & Communications About the Role Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking a Power Controls Engineer to support the design, implementation, and integration of control systems and communication networks for electric power infrastructure projects.

This position is not a project management or project controls role. Instead, the Power Controls Engineer provides specialized technical expertise that complements substation, transmission, and distribution engineering teams. The role focuses on communication and control interfaces among substations, transmission systems, utilities, and control centers, including SCADA systems, protective-relaying communications, and fiber‑optic networks.

The Power Controls Engineer works closely with substation engineers, transmission engineers, civil engineers, structural engineers, and utility clients to ensure reliable, secure, and coordinated operation of power system control and monitoring infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities Power System Controls & Communications Design and support SCADA, substation automation, and power system communication architectures.

Develop control and monitoring schemes that support coordination between substations, transmission systems, and operations centers.

Support integration of field devices, including:

IEDs (Intelligent Electronic Devices)
RTUs and PLCsProtective relays

Assist with commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting control and communication systems.

SCADA & Network Integration Support SCADA point lists, I/O mapping, control logic, and alarm philosophies.

Coordinate communication protocols such as:

DNP3

IEC 61850

Modbus Participate in network design involving:

Fiber optic communication systems

Ethernet and IP-based networks

Redundant communication paths and cybersecurity considerations

Coordinate with utilities and IT/OT stakeholders on control system interfaces and data exchange.

Collaboration with Engineering Teams Work in addition to (and in coordination with) substation engineers—not as a replacement, proposing technical depth in controls and communications.

Coordinate with:

Substation, transmission, and distribution engineers

Civil, structural, and electrical engineering teams

Utility operations and control center personnel

Review drawings and specifications to ensure proper integration of controls, communications, and protection systems.

Design Documentation & Technical Support Prepare and review technical deliverables, including:

Control schematics and wiring diagrams

Communication one‑lines and network diagrams

SCADA architecture drawings

Technical specifications and standards

Support responses to technical questions during design, construction, and commissioning.

Assist with upgrades, expansions, and modernization of existing control and communication systems.

Power Industry Applications Support a variety of power delivery projects, including:

Transmission and substation control systems

Utility SCADA and EMS/DMS interfaces

Grid modernization and automation initiatives

Integration of new substations or transmission assets into existing control networks

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field.

Minimum 5–10 years of experience in power system controls, substation automation, or SCADA within the power or utility industry.

Experience working with:

Substation or transmission projects

Power system communication and control systems

Working knowledge of SCADA systems, protective relaying communications, and utility operational requirements.

Ability to collaborate across multi‑disciplinary engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications Professional…