Experienced Protection and Control Engineer

Experienced Protection and Control Engineer at Ampirical, based in Covington, LA with remote work options and in-office preference in Duluth, GA, focusing on protection and control design for transmission and distribution substations, with client and vendor interface and mentorship responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess and select protection and control schemes appropriate for transmission and distribution substations.
• Choose protection devices, verify correct sizing, and manage material procurement.
• Prepare scopes of work, estimates, and drawing packages including wiring diagrams, schematics, protection panels, and one-line and three-line diagrams.
• Perform load calculations for panels, battery systems, voltage drop, and other substation components.
• Ensure adherence to client standards and relevant relay protection regulations and industry guidelines.
• Provide field support and conduct pre-inspections for turnkey substation projects involving protection panels, breakers, transformers, control houses, and related equipment.
• Interface with clients and vendors to ensure project alignment and technical accuracy throughout the lifecycle.
• Mentor junior engineers and offer technical guidance to project teams.
• Collaborate with internal groups to revise and maintain design and construction scope processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited university.
• FE exam required for Engineer III and Engineer IV, or plus two years of experience in lieu of the FE.
• Minimum 3 years of protection and control design experience in the utilities or energy sector.
• More than 5 years of experience with demonstrated technical depth and project leadership.
• Experience with ETAP software.
• Experience with WinIGS software.
• Experience with IEEE 80 and IEEE 998 standards.
• Knowledge of SCADA, automation, relay settings, RTU configuration, and core protection and control engineering concepts.
• Experience in the electric utility industry.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Technologies

• ETAP
• WinIGS
• IEEE 80/998 standards

Benefits

• Semi-annual profit-sharing bonus based on performance (10% to 20% of salary).
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match and immediate vesting.
• PTO that includes 80 hours of vacation, 40 hours of sick time per year, and 10 paid holidays.
• Flexible work schedule with every other Friday off.
• Career development opportunities including advancement possibilities and tuition reimbursement.
• Gym membership stipend and wellness program participation.
• Fertility benefits and pet insurance.