Protection & Controls Engineer Remote

Senior Protection & Controls EngineerWork from Anywhere | Long-Term Career Opportunity | Industry-Leading ProjectsAre you a Protection & Controls Engineer looking for a role where you can make a real impact, work on challenging utility projects, and enjoy the flexibility of a fully remote position?We're partnering with a highly respected engineering organization that is investing heavily in the future of the power grid. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges, leading projects, and mentoring the next generation of talent—all while working remotely.If you're passionate about power systems, protective relaying, and substation modernization, this could be the career move you've been waiting for.Why This Opportunity?100% Remote flexibilityStable, long-term position with a growing organizationWork on critical utility infrastructure projects across the countryLead impactful greenfield and brownfield substation projectsOpportunity to mentor junior engineers and influence technical standardsStrong career growth potential, including support toward PE licensure if neededCollaborative team environment with experienced industry professionalsWhat You'll Be DoingAs a Senior Protection & Controls Engineer, you'll play a key role in delivering protection and control solutions for transmission and distribution substations. You'll collaborate with internal teams and utility clients while taking ownership of projects from concept through execution.Responsibilities include:Leading Protection & Control engineering projects for utility substationsPerforming relay setting calculations and coordination studies using ASPEN, SEL AcSELerator, and related softwareDeveloping relay settings and issuing final design packagesReviewing and marking up protection schematics, elementaries, and one-line diagramsConducting fault analysis, short circuit studies, and protection system evaluationsSupporting SCADA integration and protection system design activitiesCoordinating with engineering and design teams to ensure successful project executionServing as a technical lead and mentoring junior engineersDriving project schedules, technical quality, and overall project successInterpreting industry codes, standards, and utility requirementsTraveling to substations and project sites approximately 10-15% as neededWhat We're Looking For8+ years of Protection & Controls experience within the utility industry8+ years leading engineering projects from start to finishStrong experience in relay settings, relay coordination, and protection system designExpertise with protective relaying systems (SEL, ABB, or similar)Experience performing fault analysis, short circuit studies, and load flow analysisStrong understanding of transmission and distribution systemsBachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited preferred)PE License highly preferredCandidates actively pursuing PE licensure are encouraged to applyTechnical Experience DesiredRelay Setting & Coordination StudiesProtection System DesignProtective RelayingTransmission ProtectionPower System ProtectionFault AnalysisShort Circuit StudiesLoad Flow AnalysisSCADA SystemsSubstation Protection & ControlsJoin a Team That Powers the FutureThis is more than just another engineering role—it's an opportunity to work on projects that directly impact the reliability and modernization of our nation's power infrastructure. If you're looking for a remote position that offers technical challenges, long-term stability, professional growth, and the chance to lead meaningful work, we'd love to connect with you.Apply today or reach out directly for a confidential conversation about the opportunity.Job Type & Location: This is a Permanent position based out of Charlotte, NC.Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $49.62 - $69.46/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace Type: This is a fully remote position.Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 2026.About Actalent: Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.