Senior Substation Designer; Protection and Controls

Job Details

Job #: 347

Job Category:
Substation

Position Type:
Employee

Shift: 1

Location:

Remote (U.S.

-based) | Type:
Full-Time | Direct Hire

Power the Future with ExecuPOWER

Execu

POWER is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Protection & Controls Substation Designer to support the design of high-voltage substations and renewable energy interconnections. In this fully remote role, you’ll play a critical part in delivering complex Protection & Controls designs that drive the next generation of power infrastructure.

Bring your expertise, creativity, and passion for the utility industry to a team that’s transforming the way energy moves.

• Design & Drafting:
  Create and revise Protection & Controls engineering drawings using AutoCAD and other CAD tools, including:
  • Single-line, three-line, and operations diagrams
  • Protection, control, communication, and alarm schematics
  • Point-to-point wiring diagrams
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with engineers and fellow designers to resolve discrepancies and ensure design accuracy.
• Project Execution:
  Manage and prioritize multiple active projects, meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality design packages.
• Quality Assurance:
  Perform self-checks and verify drawing integrity before submission for engineering review.
• Data Integration:
  Import tables, bills of materials (BOMs), and technical notes into project deliverables.

• Associate degree in Design & Drafting Technology or a related field (experience may substitute for education).
• 15+ years of CAD drafting experience (AutoCAD preferred), with a focus on high-voltage substation Protection & Controls.
• Proven ability to interpret and create detailed schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Strong understanding of electric utility design standards and substation systems.

We are a fast-growing, women-owned engineering consulting firm that believes in putting people first—our clients and our team. We design with integrity, operate with purpose, and grow with intention.

• Time Off:
  Paid holidays, PTO, summer hours, and parental leave
• Professional Growth:
  Tuition assistance, certifications, and continuing education
• Flexibility:
  Remote work and flexible scheduling
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match
• Healthcare:
  Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• Wellness Support: HSA contributions, daycare FSA, short- and long-term disability, supplemental life insurance

• 170% company growth in the past year
• 50% projected growth this year
• Opportunities to advance internally and contribute to cutting‑edge utility and renewable projects

If you’re a highly motivated designer who’s passionate about quality and innovation in the power sector, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and help us shape the energy landscape of the future.