Protection & Controls Engineer

• Engineer & Design leading company supporting T&D grid mod projects
• Major Utility Service Provider and ranked as a top place to work
  
  

About Our Client

This position is with a global leader in the power and energy industry specializing in transmission, distribution, and substation projects across the US. The company values expertise and precision in delivering high-quality results for its clients and a collaborative work culture offering a direct path to senior leadership roles.

Responsibilities

Job Description

• Lead and perform protection and control (P&C) design for high-voltage substations (69 kV - 500 kV) in transmission and distribution networks
• Create relay coordination studies, SCADA schematics, control wiring diagrams using tools such as ASPEN, CAPE, ETAP, and SEL relays
• Partner with physical design and civil/structural engineering teams to ensure high-quality, constructible designs, and schedule adherence
• Conduct protection coordination, relay settings, and system analysis using tools such as ASPEN, CAPE, or ETAP
• Review P&C deliverables for compliance with NESC, IEEE, and client standards
• Mentor and inspire early-career engineers, fostering technical growth and team collaboration - you'll be a technical leader and a role model
• Support proposal efforts and provide input on project scoping, schedule, and cost estimating for new projects
  
  

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and an active PE license
• 8 years of experience in protection & control or power systems engineering for utilities, EPCs, or consulting firms
• Proficiency with relays, SCADA systems, and protection engineering tools (ASPEN, CAPE, ETAP, SEL)
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage substation layouts, grounding, and protection schemes
• Excellent communication, project leadership, and mentoring skills with a strong eye for detail and quality
• A genuine passion for innovation and helping shape the next generation of substation engineers
  
  

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly pay between $70 and $90 USD.
• Flexibility that works: Choose a hybrid or remote schedule that fits your life and projects
• Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Opportunity to work in a key role within the energy and natural resources sector.
• A temporary position offering hands-on experience with impactful projects.
• This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Project Manager T&D to make a meaningful impact. Interested candidates are encouraged to applyCompetitive hourly pay ranging from $60-$90/hr, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Long-term contract opportunity with contract-to-hire intent after 6-12 months; based on performance and project needs.
• Overtime paid at 1.5x, with strong potential for additional hours during peak project phases.
• Opportunity to travel to project sites nationwide supporting major power delivery projects, with all travel expenses covered.
• Work on high-impact transmission and substation infrastructure projects supporting grid modernization and reliability initiatives across the U.S.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available.
• Join a firm consistently recognized as a "Top Place to Work" for five consecutive years, known for its collaborative engineering culture and commitment to employee development.
  
  

If you are an experienced Protection & Controls Engineer looking for a challenging opportunity in Houston, we encourage you to apply today.

Contact: Dom Delia

Quote job ref: JN-032026-6975308