Quanta Services

Protection & Control?Designer

Quanta Services$80K — $110K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related technical discipline
  • 6+ years of experience in protection and control design for utility substations
  • Experience designing substations ranging from 15kV to 345kV
  • Working knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, and utility design standards
  • Proficient in AutoCAD; familiarity with MicroStation is a plus
  • Strong understanding of drafting standards and construction practices
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Responsibilities

  • Develop comprehensive protection and control design packages for high-voltage substations
  • Design auxiliary systems including station batteries and battery chargers
  • Perform engineering calculations and studies for auxiliary system sizing and voltage drop
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient project execution
  • Provide technical support during construction and assist with design revisions
  • Deliver quality designs while adhering to project schedules and budgets

Benefits

  • 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision packages with various plan options
  • Short term and long-term disability benefits
  • Employee discounts on consumer goods
Full Job Description
About this Role

Power Engineering Services, a Quanta Services Company, is looking for an Protection & ControlDesigner to join our growing team. In this role, you will support the design and delivery of high-voltage substation projects for electric utilities, contractors, and developers. You'll contribute throughout the project lifecyclefrom conceptual design through detailed engineering and construction supportwhile collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality solutions.

At Power Engineering Services, you'll be part of an exceptional team where collaboration, innovation, and individual contributions are valued. We believe our greatest strength comes from the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our employees. If you're looking to grow your career while working on impactful utility infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do
  • Develop comprehensive protection and control design packages for high-voltage substations, including:
    • Single-line diagrams
    • Protection and control schematics
    • Elementary and wiring diagrams
    • SCADA and communications drawings
    • Control house layouts
    • Cable schedules
    • Relay panel front and rear layouts
    • Cable tray layouts
    • Bills of material (BOMs)
  • Design auxiliary systems, including station batteries, battery chargers, and associated equipment.
  • Perform engineering calculations and studies, including:
    • AC auxiliary system sizing
    • Battery sizing
    • Voltage drop calculations
  • Coordinate with engineers, designers, and other disciplines to ensure accurate and efficient project execution.
  • Provide technical support during construction, respond to field questions, and assist with design revisions as needed.
  • Deliver quality work while meeting project schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
What You'll Bring
  • Associate degree in Engineering Technology or a related technical discipline
  • 6+ years of experience in protection and control design for utility substations
  • Experience designing substations ranging from 15kV through 345kV
  • Working knowledge of applicable IEEE, ANSI, and utility design standards.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD; experience with MicroStation is a plus.
  • Experience with substation BIM design software such as Inventor, SDS-P4A, or Primtech is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of protection and control design principles, drafting standards, and construction practices.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Willingness to learn new technologies and design software as needed.
What You'll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, you'll be offered a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

  • 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
  • Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
    • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
  • Short term and long-term benefits
  • Employee discounts on consumer goods

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Learn more about Quanta Services
Size
43,700 employees
Market Cap
$20.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$445.6 million
Founded
2008
5 Year Trend
+11.1%
Revenue
$11.2 billion
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