Electrical Controls Engineer – Power
Hanson Professional Services Inc.
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Florida • Illinois • United States
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Salary
💰 $105,000 - $160,000 per year
About the role
- Support the design, implementation, and integration of control systems and communication networks for electric power infrastructure projects.
- Work closely with substation engineers, transmission engineers, civil engineers, structural engineers, and utility clients to ensure reliable operation of power system control and monitoring infrastructure.
- Develop control and monitoring schemes that support coordination between substations, transmission systems, and operations centers.
- Support integration of field devices, including: IEDs, RTUs, PLCs, protective relays.
- Participate in network design involving fiberoptic communication systems, Ethernet, and IP-based networks.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field.
- Minimum 5–10 years of experience in power system controls, substation automation, or SCADA within the power or utility industry.
- Experience working with substation or transmission projects.
- Power system communication and control systems.
- Working knowledge of SCADA systems, protective relaying communications, and utility operational requirements.
- Ability to collaborate across multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Performance bonuses
- 401(k) with matching contribution
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Comprehensive health & well-being plans
- Financial wellness plans
- Work-life balance programs
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
control systemscommunication networkspower system controlssubstation automationSCADAIEDsRTUsPLCsprotective relaysfiberoptic communication systems
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunication
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering