Senior Engineer (Protection Solutions)

S&C Electric Company•Chicago, IL

19d•$116,534 - $154,413•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Engineer works within S&C Electric’s Global Power System Solutions organization and its Automation & Protection team. The role configures, tests, and provides technical support for protection and control systems on electrical distribution networks and associated communications technologies, including integrating S&C switchgear with third-party intelligent electronic devices (IEDs). The engineer serves as a technical lead across complex medium-voltage protection and control projects, from design and factory acceptance testing through commissioning and post-commissioning support. The role also contributes to proposals, customer and team training, technical standards and work practices, safety, mentoring, and coordination with stakeholders across the company. The position is on-site, Monday through Friday, with standard hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and a flexible start time. Travel is occasionally required, including overnight travel, infrequent weekends, and infrequent international travel. The role requires at least ten years of experience with electric transmission and distribution systems, particularly automation and protection and control systems. A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience, is required. A master’s degree in Power Engineering or a related field and a Professional Engineer license are preferred.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience with electric transmission and distribution systems, specifically automation and protection and control systems.
In-depth knowledge and experience with utility and commercial/industrial best practices for medium-voltage applications.
Hands-on experience developing, configuring, programming, testing, or commissioning microprocessor-based protective relays/IEDs and associated protection and control schemes.
Detailed knowledge of communications protocols and standards such as DNP 3.0 and IEC 61850.
Detailed knowledge of industry standards, including IEEE, IEC, and NFPA.
Proficient computer skills, including experience using Oracle and Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Familiarity with site-based safety protocols and experience interacting with de-energized medium-voltage switchgear.
Strong analytical skills, ability to assess data and make informed decisions, and a creative approach to solving complex issues.
Ability to build relationships based on mutual trust and respect and foster collaboration among diverse audiences.
Interpersonal skills to establish meaningful relationships in person and remotely.
Excellent written, verbal, listening, and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to present successfully to audiences ranging from small in-person groups to large conferences and formal presentations.
Ability to communicate persuasively and influence outcomes with customers and internal stakeholders.
Practical organizational, planning, and project management skills, including coordinating resources and managing a heavy volume of varied projects and assignments.
Ability to act as a technical leader and train other team members using subject-matter expertise.
Proactive and self-motivated, with continuing technical and project-management education and skills.
Ability to travel as required, domestically and internationally.
Demonstrated experience with CRM systems and maintaining and using data for reporting.
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of S&C automation products and services.
Experience with Salesforce or another CRM system.
Master’s degree in Power Engineering or a related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Responsibilities

Serve as technical lead and participate in complex project design, execution, and factory acceptance testing of medium-voltage protection and control schemes across multiple projects using microprocessor-based IEDs and automation controllers.
Develop, test, and support commissioning of distribution automation and source-transfer applications for utility and commercial/industrial customers.
Support proposal development with detailed cost estimates and technical input.
Assist Field Service with complex commissioning activities and provide customers with post-commissioning support.
Apply industry standards and communications protocols to ensure protection and control projects comply with requirements.
Create training materials and lead training sessions for customers and S&C team members.
Keep current with technology advancements, products, systems, and features and apply that knowledge to S&C projects.
Mentor junior engineers by sharing technical expertise, providing feedback, and supporting their development.
Develop Standard Work Practices to improve consistency, simplify design, and increase project execution efficiency.
Follow S&C and industry safety practices and promote safe working practices among junior engineers.
Maintain relationships across PSS, sales, engineering, product development, operations, and safety to coordinate shared initiatives and work.
Provide status updates and reports to leadership and project teams at an agreed cadence.
Participate in other PSS projects and activities as assigned by leadership.
Comply with applicable company policies and rules.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance and attend in-person or virtual meetings as required.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with others.
Drive a car or other vehicle.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Medical and prescription coverage.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Health savings account.
Group life insurance and optional supplemental life and AD&D insurance.
Wellbeing resources, including an Employee Assistance Program.
Family-forming benefits, including adoption and fertility support.
Vacation time and sick time.
Paid holidays and company shutdown days.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Other leave benefits, paid parental time, and military leave.
401(k) retirement savings plan with traditional and Roth options.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) component, with annual company contributions for eligible participants.
Annual incentive plan, subject to eligibility criteria.