Senior Engineer, Protection Solutions

S&C Electric Company

. Serve as technical lead and participate in complex project design, execution, and Factory Acceptance Testing of protection and control schemes for medium-voltage power systems .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $116,534 - $154,413 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in medium-voltage power systems, including protection and control schemes, automation, and commissioning. Capable of leading technical projects, mentoring junior engineers, and applying industry standards and communication protocols effectively.

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Medium-Voltage Power SystemsProtection And Control SystemsMicroprocessor-Based Protective Relays/IEDsCommunication Protocols/Standards (DNP 3.0, IEC 61850)Project Management

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Hard Skills

Electric Transmission And Distribution SystemsAutomation And Protection SystemsConfiguration And ProgrammingTesting And CommissioningOracleMicrosoft Office SuiteCRM SystemsSafety ProtocolsStandard Work PracticesTechnical Leadership

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

S&C SwitchgearSalesforce CRM

Industry Keywords

IEEE StandardsIEC StandardsNFPA StandardsUtility Best PracticesCommercial/Industrial Applications

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as technical lead and participate in complex project design, execution, and Factory Acceptance Testing of protection and control schemes for medium-voltage power systems
Develop, test, and support commissioning of distribution automation and source transfer applications
Configure, test, and provide technical support for Protection and Control systems on electrical distribution networks
Integrate S&C switchgear with third-party IEDs for protection and control applications
Assist proposal development by supplying detailed cost estimates and technical insights
Support Field Service with complex commissioning activities
Provide customers with post-commissioning technical support
Apply industry standards and communication protocols to protection and control projects
Create training materials and lead customer and team training sessions
Monitor technology, products, systems, and features and apply advancements to projects
Mentor and guide junior engineers
Develop Standard Work Practices to simplify design and increase efficiency
Champion safe working practices and maintain safety KPIs
Maintain relationships across PSS, sales, engineering, product development, operations, and safety
Deliver status updates and reports to leadership and project teams
Participate in other PSS projects and activities as required
Maintain regular attendance and attend required meetings
Communicate effectively and respectfully with others
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum ten years of experience with electric transmission and distribution systems, specifically automation and protection and control systems
In-depth knowledge and experience of utility and commercial/industrial best practices for medium-voltage applications
Hands-on experience developing, configuring, programming, testing, or commissioning microprocessor-based protective relays/IEDs and associated protection and control schemes
Detailed knowledge of communication protocols/standards, such as DNP 3.0 and IEC 61850
Detailed knowledge of industry standards, including IEEE, IEC, and NFPA
Proficient computer skills, including Oracle and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Familiarity with site-based safety protocols and experience interacting with de-energized medium-voltage switchgear
Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, interpersonal, organizational, planning, project management, and problem-solving skills
Ability to coordinate internal and external resources and manage diverse projects and assignments
Ability to act as a technical leader and train other team members
Proactive and self-motivated, with continuing technical and project management education and skills
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required
Demonstrated experience in CRM systems and maintaining and leveraging data for reporting
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
Ability to drive a car or other vehicle
Preferred: knowledge of S&C automation products and services
Preferred: experience with Salesforce CRM
Ability to travel up to 10%, including overnight, infrequent weekend, and occasional international travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria
Medical and prescription coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Group Life Insurance
Optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
Wellbeing Resources
Employee Assistance Program
Family Forming Benefits, including adoption and fertility support
Vacation Time
Sick Time
Paid Holidays and Company Shutdown days
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Other Leaves
Paid Parental Time
Military Leave
401(k) Retirement Savings
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (KSOP/ESOP)
Traditional and Roth 401(k) options
Annual ESOP company contributions of over 11% of eligible earnings
Flexible Start Time
Employee ownership
Professional development through mentorship and collaborative projects