LND Technical Services, LLC ยท 4 weeks ago
Senior Protection and Control Engineer (P&C) Field Engineer
United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$180K/yr - $240K/yr
8+ years expLND Technical Services is a Women and Minority Owned Small Business founded in 2020, based in Houston, TX. They are seeking a Senior Protection & Controls Field Engineer responsible for expert-level substation protection and control design, engineering, commissioning, testing, maintenance, and technical support across utility and industrial projects.
ElectronicsIndustrial EngineeringPower Grid
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary technical team of engineers, designers, and technicians
Provide technical direction, training, and development for junior staff and drafters/designers
Support business development through proposal input, client presentations, and technical expertise
Oversee project schedules, budgets, and quality control processes
Develop and refine P&C designs including one-line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams
Design protection schemes for bus, line, capacitor, and transformer equipment including relay settings
Specify and design SCADA communication systems and substation layouts
Write engineering specifications and implement them in project deliverables
Perform system studies including fault current, voltage drop, and insulation coordination
Perform and/or oversee acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance of substation equipment including transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, protective relays, power cables, grounding systems, and associated P&C systems
Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and control system issues during installation and operation
Conduct relay functional testing, end-to-end testing, and system integration checks
Ensure adherence to OSHA, NETA, NFPA 70E, and company safety policies
Prepare and maintain detailed test reports, as-built documentation, and compliance records
Develop and apply quality control checklists for P&C design and field execution
Review project deliverables for technical accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards
Modify designs to resolve issues discovered during construction or commissioning
Coordinate and communicate effectively with clients, contractors, consultants, and vendors
Other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum 8+ years of experience in protection & controls engineering, with at least 2+ years in field testing/commissioning of medium- to high-voltage systems
NETA Level III or IV certification
Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage multiple projects
Advanced knowledge of substation protection principles, SCADA systems, and substation design/construction practices
Strong understanding of electrical safety standards, lockout/tagout, arc flash, and shock hazard procedures
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
Ability to travel extensively to project sites
Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
Complete a satisfactory criminal background check
Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time
Must be able to work legally in the US
Ability to lift up to 70 lbs
Work outdoors in various weather conditions and work in confined spaces
Must be able to perform physical labor including climbing ladders, standing for extended periods of time, driving and flying as needed up to 75% of the time
Must be able to perform work outdoors in all weather conditions
Ability to use hand tools and power tools
Preferred
Licensed Professional Engineer
Experience in utility, renewable energy, and industrial substation projects
Familiarity with multiple client design standards and project management methodologies
Proficiency with industry-standard testing equipment and engineering software
Certifications in electrical testing and safety standards (e.g., OSHA 30, NFPA 70E)
Company
LND Technical Services, LLC
We are a Women and Minority-Owned Small Business who specializes in Engineering Services, Testing, Commissioning, and Maintenance for Low, Medium, and High Voltage Electrical Equipment.
51-200 employees
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