Senior Substation Relay + Control Engineer
About The Position
ISG is seeking a Senior Substation Relay + Controls Engineer to lead the design and delivery of protection and control systems for high-voltage transmission and distribution substations supporting a longstanding client, FirstEnergy. The role develops and reviews one-line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, equipment lists, and other design deliverables. The engineer serves as a technical resource for clients and project teams, addresses complex engineering challenges, mentors junior staff, and helps deliver safe, reliable, and compliant designs that support the electric grid. The role is part of ISG’s Energy Business Unit and Power Group, which delivers resilient infrastructure solutions and supports projects and clients nationwide. Potential projects include substation upgrades, electrical substation misoperated line terminal improvements, and FAC-008 facility rating projects. ISG favors in-person collaboration but is open to exploring flexible or remote work arrangements for qualified candidates.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
- At least 8 years of consulting or substation engineering and design experience.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to travel for site visits, design reviews, and client meetings.
Nice To Haves
- Ohio Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred; candidates may be working toward certification.
Responsibilities
- Develop accurate and compliant one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC and DC schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, bills of materials, and equipment lists for high-voltage substations.
- Research, understand, assist with, and order appropriate materials for each design.
- Verify designs adhere to client, utility, and regulatory standards, including IEEE and NESC.
- Address complex technical challenges, including optimizing schemes and troubleshooting design issues.
- Support project schedules and meet milestones and deliverables.
- Work with substation physical, civil, and structural teams, as well as external stakeholders such as clients and utilities.
- Review and approve drawings, calculations, and technical reports.
- Mentor junior engineers and designers by reviewing work and providing constructive feedback.
- Conduct training sessions and share best practices.
- Foster a collaborative and positive work environment.
- Serve as the main technical point of contact for clients, address inquiries, and present solutions.
- Deliver high-quality designs that meet client expectations and industry standards.
- Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance design efficiency and accuracy.
- Stay current with industry advancements, standards, and technologies.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Paid time off, with a pro-rated amount available on the start date.
- Paid holidays and paid volunteer time.
- Paid parental leave.
- Bi-annual profit sharing.
- Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP).
- 401K retirement plan.
- Life insurance.
- HSA and FSA options.
- Bereavement leave.
- Supplemental voluntary benefits.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- Parking reimbursement, which varies by office location.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
