Power Systems Design Engineer (P&C)

Join a nationally respected power engineering firm known for shaping tomorrow’s utility infrastructure through innovative and collaborative design solutions. With a fully remote, flexible workplace and a commitment to career development, this role offers a meaningful path for experienced engineers passionate about shaping the backbone of modern energy systems.

We’re hiring a Power Systems Design Engineer (P&C) to lead critical technical efforts across substation design projects ranging from 15 kV to 500 kV. You'll join a lean, high-impact team where your expertise drives system integrity, safety, and client success. This fully remote position is ideal for a detail-driven engineer looking to step into a dynamic environment and work toward future licensure or leadership.

This Role Offers:

  • Collaborate virtually with a supportive, experienced team
  • Ideal stepping stone toward professional advancement
  • Prioritized through consistent team communication and respect for personal time
  • Serve top-tier public utility clients on high-visibility power infrastructure projects
  • Comprehensive benefits including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Generous PTO, floating holidays, and paid parental leave
  • Company-sponsored life and disability insurance
  • Culture Index profile match required as part of screening process

Focus:

  • Develop detailed electrical design packages, including:
  • One-line and three-line diagrams
  • AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams
  • Protection and control relay panel layouts
  • Cable and conduit routing, BOMs, and technical specifications
  • Engineer substation automation and SCADA integration systems
  • Conduct system protection studies, such as:
  • Relay coordination
  • Short circuit analysis
  • Load tabulations
  • Voltage drop and battery sizing calculations
  • Interface directly with cross-functional engineering teams and clients to ensure design accuracy, integration, and performance
  • Perform on-site project walkdowns as needed to validate scope and requirements
  • Support cost estimation for P&C upgrade projects, factoring in planning, construction, testing, and delivery phases
  • Assist junior engineers and provide technical QA, contributing to a culture of continuous learning

Skill Set:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • EIT required; PE license strongly preferred.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in high-voltage (15-500kV) substation protection and control design.
  • Proven expertise in relay logic, SCADA integration, and system protection.
  • Deep understanding of substation lifecycle from conceptual design to commissioning.
  • Strong communicator with a team-first mindset and a commitment to technical excellence.
  • Passion for mentoring and a knack for coaching less experienced engineers.

About Blue Signal:  

Blue Signal is a leading executive search firm, specializing in engineering recruitment. Our engineering recruiting team has expertise placing high-performing talent in areas such as electrical, mechanical, civil, and telecom engineering. Learn more at bit.ly/46IAFRJ 

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Nationwide