Substation Protection & Controls Engineer

EVS, Inc.

Substation Protection & Controls Engineer leading high-voltage substation design at EVS, supporting renewable energy initiatives. Collaborating with teams and mentoring junior engineers in a hybrid environment.

Posted 5/30/2026full-timeEden Prairie • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $120,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design and documentation of protection and controls systems for high-voltage substations.
Develop and review project deliverables, including one-lines, three-lines, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, client standards, and utility requirements.
Coordinate with civil, structural, and studies teams to deliver integrated substation solutions.
Participate in client meetings to present technical designs and support project discussions.
Lead and mentor junior engineers, fostering technical excellence and consistency across projects.
Drive department efficiency and quality through process improvement and tool development.
Manage budgets, timelines, and deliverables to ensure projects are completed successfully.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Extensive experience in substation protection and controls design for transmission and distribution systems
Proficiency in AutoCAD and related design software; familiarity with relay setting tools a plus
Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), NESC, IEEE, and utility standards
Experience developing protection schemes, relay logic, and communication systems for substations
Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional engineering teams
Excellent communication skills for effective client interaction and team collaboration.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance (Medical through United Healthcare/UMR)
Dental and Vision Insurance
STD (Short-Term Disability) and LTD (Long-Term Disability) Insurance
Life Insurance
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Paid Time Off
401k Match
Choice Benefit
Flexible Work Time
Performance-Based Bonus
Point-Based Recognition
Parental Benefits
Referral Bonus
Certification Bonus
Hybrid / Remote Culture

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Hard Skills & Tools

substation protection designcontrols designproject deliverablesprotection schemesrelay logiccommunication systemsAutoCADdesign softwarerelay setting toolsNational Electrical Code

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringorganizational skillsanalytical skillsproblem-solving skillsindependencecross-functional collaborationcommunication skills

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering