Protection & Control Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a Protection and Control Engineer to join our team in Orange, CT;
Rochester, NY; or Binghamton, NY.

• Work within a multi‑discipline team to develop efficient and reliable electrical design packages for medium and high voltage substations.
• Coordinate design activities to maintain project schedules, budgets, and quality requirements to ensure successful project completion.
• Assist in site visits and station walkdowns, estimating, and attending project meetings.
• Provide design activities in accordance with applicable codes and standards, including AtkinsRéalis policies such as Safety, Environmental, Quality Assurance, and Quality Control.
• Design electrical substation facilities including one‑line diagrams, three‑phase schematics, elementaries, wiring and interconnections, P&C calculations, and reports.
• Prepare specifications for material, equipment, and construction work.
• Deliver accurate and thorough electrical designs that meet industry standards, specifications, and prudent engineering practices.
• Review internal and external designs for code compliance, good design practice, and constructability.
• Coordinate design activities with other multi‑discipline project team members.
• Provide construction support, including resolving site queries, attending site meetings, and performing site inspections during the construction phase.
• Maintain complete project documentation, including engineering studies, calculations, design packages, as‑built requirements, and return data.
• Maintain good working relationships with internal groups that support projects, such as other engineering disciplines, drafting, and project management.
• Mentor and provide guidance to developing engineers within the department.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in P&C electrical design.
• A Professional Engineer (PE) registration (or eligibility for registration) preferred.
• Experience with IEC
  61850/Goose Messaging.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of applicable industry standards including the National Electric Code (NEC), National Electric Safety Code (NESC), and IEEE.
• Knowledge of modern power system, power system protection, and transmission & distribution system.
• Prior utility or utility consulting experience is a plus.
• Strong client focus.
• High level of interpersonal communication skills, including strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills.

Expected compensation range is between $72,000 - $102,000 annually, depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life and short‑ and long‑term disability benefits, employer‑matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, leaves of absence options, flexible work options, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug‑free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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