Atwell, LLC · 1 month ago
Sr. Protection and Controls Engineer (P&C) - Power & Energy
Southfield, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expAtwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. The company is seeking a Senior Protection and Controls Engineer to contribute to impactful renewable energy projects, collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams, and grow within an innovative organization.
ConstructionConsultingReal Estate
Responsibilities
Apply core electrical engineering principles to the design of high-voltage systems (substations, T&D, utility-scale renewables)
Lead engineering tasks from project kickoff through to design package completion
Collaborate with civil, structural, SCADA, and protection & control engineers to deliver integrated project solutions
Prepare technical documentation: one-line diagrams, studies, specs, reports, BOMs, proposals, and client-facing deliverables
Ensure designs meet NEC, NESC, IEEE, NFPA, ANSI, and other industry standards
Support project managers with estimating, proposal writing, and client communication
Participate in interdisciplinary reviews and QA/QC efforts across engineering teams
Occasionally travel (less than 20%) for field walkdowns, client meetings, or construction support
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 SCADA/RTAC systems and vendors for major equipment submittals
Perform studies: short circuit, load flow, grounding, insulation coordination, harmonics, arc flash, etc
Use software tools such as ETAP, CYMCAP, PSS/E, SKM, ASPEN, PSCAD, EMTP, and more
Draft interconnection studies and evaluate compliance with utility or ISO requirements
Translate technical findings into clear client-facing reports
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET Accredited)
5–10+ years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus in power systems, renewable energy, or substations
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MS Office, and at least one power system analysis software
Preferred
Internship experience preferred for Engineer I
EIT preferred or required for Engineer II-III
PE strongly preferred or required for Engineer IV-V
Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences
Competitive Compensation packages
Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
Tuition Assistance
Student Loan Repayment up to $25K
Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
Employee Referrals up to $5,000
Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
Dependent Care Match
Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
Family Planning & IVF Benefits
Pet Insurance
Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services
Company
Atwell, LLC
Atwell is a full-service consulting, engineering and construction services firm that delivers a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate and land development, power and energy, and oil and gas markets.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$200MKey Investors
Bank of America
2024-01-25Debt Financing· $200M
Leadership Team
Daniel McNulty
Chief Operating Officer
David Richter
Executive Vice President and Chief Growth Officer
Recent News
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