Protection And Control Engineer

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Protection and Control Engineer Job Description The Staff Electrical Engineer will be responsible for performing protection and control design on various substation projects. This role involves collaborating with the project team throughout the design and construction phases, ensuring that protection and control plans align with budget limitations, design requirements, and client needs. Preference is given to candidates with experience in protection and control design. Responsibilities Perform protection and control design for substation projects. Collaborate with the project team during design and construction phases. Adjust protection and control plans to meet budget limitations, design requirements, and client needs. Essential Skills Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET Accredited). 3-6 years of experience in protection & controls design for substations. Experience with high voltage (35kv or greater, transmission level experience is key). Experience with AutoCAD Electrical. Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer in Training (EIT) certification. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience working within AutoCAD Electrical. Beneficial to have data center experience. Work Environment The position involves working mainly in the office with approximately 10% travel to sites. The role offers benefits such as an ESOP Program and a large bonus structure. Direct hire options are available if needed. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Alpharetta, GA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $170000.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Alpharetta,GA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.