Sr. Substation Protection and Control Engineer
Company: LaBella Associates
Location: Rochester
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description We are currently looking for a P
& C Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience in protection
and control system detailed design, cost estimating, and bid
document preparation for commercial, industrial, generation,
renewables, and utility power systems. Duties Create/modify
one-lines, three-lines, control schematics, wiring diagrams, relay
panel arrangements, and cable lists for substations, relay settings
and configuration files. Design auxiliary AC and DC power systems.
Create/modify technical specifications for major equipment, such
power transformers, power circuit breakers, control house, panel
construction specification and other high-voltage substation
related materials; Coordinate with and provide technical assistance
to SCADA engineers, substation physical engineers, and control
design staff in order to fully develop system integration of
protection, control, and monitoring systems; Perform basic
calculations such as voltage drop, CT burden and saturation,
lighting, and short circuit with minimal supervision; Apply field
mark-ups of project as-built drawings with minimal supervision;
Assist project manager to develop scope of work and conceptual
design for the projects; Communicate and coordinate project
activities with project manager, client, and others as needed;
Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to less experienced
staff members; Take personal responsibility for the quality and
accuracy of one's work; Panel construction specifications (panel
and interconnect wiring as well as panel layouts and elevations).
Comfortable evaluating/reviewing control features, and
communication/protocol aspects of protective relays, RTU’s, LTC
Controllers, and other equipment as well as relay setting
coordination. Aid in testing and commissioning as needed pertaining
to system startups and functional checks. Requirements A Bachelor’s
Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
Technology. 5 or more years of experience in protection and control
system design, cost estimating, and bid document preparation for
medium voltage electrical power projects. A PE license from a US
State (NC and NY) is preferred. Successful track record designing
Protection and Control Systems. Knowledge of Institute of
Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), NERC, NEC, NESC, NEMA,
and ANSI standards used in designing substation is critical.
Experience with telecommunications, protective relaying, and
automation (SCADA) is required. Desired knowledge in low voltage
coordination and arc flash studies. Familiarity with Schweitzer
Engineering Laboratories, General Electric and Basler equipment.
Periodic travel, ability to visit project sites. Desired software
knowledge in: ASPEN or similar Doble AutoCAD SKM ETAP Salary Range:
$90,000 - $117,000 per year The specific salary offered may be
influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the
candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.
Benefits Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a
holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the
foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our
benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement),
the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs),
and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive
pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on
benefits listed below. Flexible Work Schedule Health/Dental
Insurance 401k Plan with Employer Match Short & Long Term
Disability Profit Sharing Paid Time Off Leadership Development
Program Fitness Reimbursement Tuition Reimbursement Referral Bonus
Program Wellness Program Team Building Events Community Service
Events
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