Protection & Control Engineer

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Protection and Control Design
• Lead and support the design and delivery of P&C packages for high voltage substation projects across the country
• Develop relay settings, protection coordination studies, and protection philosophies consistent with client standards and applicable codes including NESC, PRC, and IEEE
• Design relay panels, control schemes, DC systems, and wiring diagrams
• Provide technical support during bidding, procurement, and construction phases
• Conduct site visits and coordinate with field teams to ensure project success
• Ensure quality of design deliverables through adherence to internal QA/QC procedures
• Substation Automation and SCADA
• Support the development and growth of Copper Roots' substation automation and SCADA capabilities
• Apply experience with modern relay platforms, communication protocols, and HMI configurations to support client needs
• Contribute to the firm's growing SAS capability as an integrated part of the substation practice
• Power System Studies
• Perform power system analysis including short circuit studies, load flow, and protection coordination
• Support feasibility studies, interconnection studies, and protection coordination reports for utility and developer clients
• Team and Practice Development
• Contribute to the development of internal design standards, procedures, and tools to support scalable project execution
• Mentor and support junior engineers across P&C and automation disciplines
• Coordinate with clients and stakeholders on project status and technical requirements
• Maintain existing client relationships and support the growth of new opportunities
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in protection engineering

QUALIFICATIONS