Mott MacDonald · 21 hours ago
Senior Electrical Engineer
Westwood, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$139K/yr - $176K/yr
10+ years expMott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development services company that supports multisector project work. They are looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Protection & Controls Engineer to design and implement protection and control systems for transmission and distribution projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and providing technical guidance.
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Responsibilities
Designing P&C systems for switching stations and substations ranging from 4kV to 500kV
Creating and reviewing detailed engineering drawings including one-line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC distribution, relay protection schematics, SCADA controls, and control house layouts
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including layout designers, system protection engineers, construction supervisors, and field personnel
Performing calculations for AC/DC load banks and battery sizing
Providing technical guidance and quality reviews for junior engineers and external contractors
Coordinating with vendors and reviewing technical documentation to ensure compliance and accuracy
Leading design teams on complex projects and engaging in technical discussions with clients
Applying your expertise in microprocessor relay design and high-voltage equipment controls, including SCADA and GIS systems
Supporting proposal efforts through estimating and scheduling P&C work
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
10+ years of experience in protection and control engineering, including SCADA systems
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with electrical utility switching stations/substations and related equipment
Strong knowledge of protective relay schemes, fiber optic communication, metering, and AC/DC power distribution
Proficiency in interpreting and developing complex control schematics and electrical layout drawings
Familiarity with NERC and IEEE standards
Proven ability to mentor junior staff and foster technical growth
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Benefits
401k
Medical
Dental and vision insurance
Short-term/long-term disability
Paid holidays
PTO
Parental leave
Company paid life insurance
Company
Mott MacDonald
Mott MacDonald focuses on digital innovation, transforming, engineering, management and development.
10001+ employees
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Group Managing Director
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