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Michael Page
Senior/Lead Protection & Controls Engineer (P&C)
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What they do
A C or C++ Developer or Engineer designs or improves computer software and applications using the C / C++ computer programming language. Oversees the entire C / C++ software development process. Analyzes customer or user needs, designs programs, writes code or instructs computer programmers, tests design, and documents programs. May assist with upgrades or maintenance.
$97,682 / year median in Louisiana
-6% projected decline
Job Description
Engineer & Design leading company supporting T&D grid mod projects High demand skillset with strong career growth to director level About Our Client Our client is a leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the land development and energy markets. Voted on as a best place to work and recognized in the ENR Top 100 and fastest growing companies. Job Description What You'll Do Identify appropriate protection and control schemes for transmission and distribution substations Select protection devices and ensure proper equipment sizing and material procurement Prepare scopes of work, estimates, and drawing packages including wiring diagrams, schematics, protection panels, 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 industry regulations related to relay protection Provide field support and conduct pre-inspections for turnkey substation projects involving protection panels, breakers, transformers, control houses, and supporting equipment. Interface with clients and vendors to ensure project alignment and technical accuracy Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance Collaborate with internal teams to revise and maintain design/construction scope processes Protection & Control (P&C) Design P&C packages: one-lines, three-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, relays, communication diagrams, SCADA points Conduct battery sizing, voltage drop, and conduit fill calcs Develop relay settings and perform arc flash and coordination studies Interface with