Substation Protection & Control (P&C) Engineer

Overview

Our Substation Group is at the forefront of the energy transition, tackling real-world challenges as the grid evolves. With the rapid growth of smart home technology, electric vehicles, battery energy storage, and renewable energy sources, we're facing a new era of power systems—one defined by multi-directional power flows, advanced data acquisition, and dynamic load management. Join us as we help redefine how energy is delivered, managed, and sustained for generations to come.

Due to continued growth, our Power Delivery group is seeking a Substation Engineer - Protection and Controls in one of the following office locations :

• Dallas, TX
• Houston, TX

Job Details

Locations : US-TX-Spring | US-TX-Plano

Job ID : 2025-3418

Category : Substation

Position Type : Full-Time

Responsibilities

Imagine a day where you're designing the backbone of the power grid—drafting substation layouts, running protection and grounding analyses, and fine-tuning relay settings that keep energy flowing safely. You collaborate with engineers across disciplines, solve real-world challenges, and see your designs come to life in the field. Every detail you contribute will help power entire communities—safely, reliably, and sustainably.

Develop electric substation drawings, including single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, control panel layouts, and control building layouts. Work closely with the Civil Engineering department to develop substation foundation and structure drawings

Perform substation design calculations and analysis such as ground grid analysis and design, lightning protection, voltage drop, and conduit fill. Perform analysis for protective relaying settings (e.g. short circuit, coordination and protection) and PT and CT sizing determinations (e.g. CT saturation, PT and CT ratio)

Develop relay settings for various protective features with the aid of other departments and external vendor relay application engineers

Develop technical equipment and construction specifications and work scopes

Work closely with peers to ensure accurate and on-time delivery of electrical design that meets client and industry standards, specifications, and good engineering practices

Providing on-site technical support for select ENERCON clients during construction and commissioning as required

Qualifications

Non-senior roles will be considered with 3+ years of experience

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

Pay Range

USD $93,100.00 - USD $170,000.00 / Yr.

Additional Information

About ENERCON : Enercon Services, Inc. (ENERCON) is driven by our people, offering rewarding careers in a culture of excellence. We provide a comprehensive benefits package and professional development opportunities that support long-term growth.

What We Offer :

Salary Range Information : The listed range reflects typical compensation for this role based on location, experience, and skills. Individual compensation will be determined accordingly.

Eligibility to Work : Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the US without requiring sponsorship. Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings, ENERCON and client background checks, and annual MVR per policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer : ENERCON does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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