Principal Substation P&C Engineer
Entrust Solutions Group
Design, engineer, and maintain protective relay and control systems for substations.
11 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Albany, NY
Office Full-Time
Company Size
3,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Consulting
Engineering
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Power Generation
Electric Transmission and Distribution
Renewable Energy
Energy Storage
Gas Utilities
Gas Transmission and Midstream
Industrial
Manufacturing
Role
What you would be doing
system simulation
short circuit
protective relaying
disturbance analysis
transient monitoring
specification prep
- Simulate: Model primary and secondary systems in power system simulation software platforms like CAPE or ASPEN.
- Stay Ahead: Keep up to date with NERC and NPCC protection and control standards.
- Calculate: Perform special short circuit studies and other complex calculations to establish relay settings using sophisticated software analysis programs.
- Develop: Utilize communication systems including power line carrier, leased telephone circuits, microwave links, and fiber optic technology to develop protective relaying systems.
- Analyze: Perform system disturbance analysis and recommend protective relaying system modifications and/or additions.
- Collaborate: Interface with manufacturers, professional organizations, regulatory and standardizing bodies (e.g., NPCC, IEEE) to stay conversant with power system protection and control requirements.
- Innovate: Engineer protective relay and control systems, calculate relay settings, create relay control logic, and analyze relay operations for transmission/distribution substations.
- Monitor: Use state-of-the-art microprocessor-based digital transient recorders and integrated sequence-of-event recorders in complex monitoring and logging systems for system performance analysis.
- Review: Ensure proper relay coordination margin by reviewing existing protective relay settings and recommending changes if required. Document and recommend protection system improvements.
- Specify: Prepare specifications for purchasing protection, communication equipment, and instrument transformers, and evaluate bid proposals to provide technical recommendations.
What you bring
protective relaying
relay communications
pe
iec 61850
10+ years
senior engineer
- Must have experience with protective relaying system modifications and/or additions.
- Communicate: Apply your knowledge of relay communications theory, testing practices, and maintain relay communications network infrastructure.
- P&C substation engineer with at least ten years of experience.
- Must have a PE.
- Senior level electrical engineer with the ability to interact with clients to accurately interpret technical requirements based on the information provided.
- Automate: Utilize your experience with IEC 61850 substation automation architecture, logic, and protocols.
- Flexible work schedule
- Collaborative Team: Join a team of experts who are passionate about what they do and eager to share their knowledge.
- Tuition reimbursement
- Generous paid time off and benefits
- Innovative Environment: Work with cutting-edge technology and be at the forefront of power system protection.
- Career development programs
- 401(k) retirement program with a company match
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
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Company
Overview
2022
Rebranded Consulting Firm
The firm shifted its focus to consulting, data analytics, automation, and field services.
35+
National Presence
The company has expanded its operations to include 35+ U.S. locations.
2007
Quality Assurance
CERTIFIED TO ISO 9001 SINCE 2007, THE FIRM DRIVES ZERO‑INCIDENT SAFETY CULTURE.
Top 20
Industry Ranking
NAMED AMONG ENR’s TOP 20 POWER SECTOR FIRMS.
- From a single Midwest office, the company has evolved into a powerhouse of engineering innovation.
- Clients in ENERGY and UTILITY rely on its expertise in substation design, SCADA, grid modernization, pipeline integrity, and broadband engineering.
- They deliver standout projects such as pipeline expansion bridges, wastewater corrosion control, boiler efficiency upgrades, and substation rebuilds.
- Backed by strategic acquisitions of Spectrum Engineering, FiberRise, Kestrel, G2, and others, it offers end-to-end solutions across power, pipeline, telecom, and broadband.
2007
ISO 9001 Compliance
The company has maintained ISO 9001 compliance since 2007, demonstrating a long-term commitment to quality management.
Zero
Accidents & Injuries
Safety is prioritized with a goal of zero vehicle accidents, property damage, lost time, and medical aid injuries.
- cultivating a culture that values the contributions of our diverse and talented team members
- passionate, curious, and client focused
- mutual respect
- commitment to professional development and advancement
- highest level of quality, safety, integrity, and ethics
- every employee responsible for quality and continual improvement
- collaboration leveraging unique expertise and perspectives
- work‑life balance, flexibility, and fostering meaningful connections
- culture built one person, one relationship, one moment at a time
- employees supported to speak up and look out for others
3B USD
Broadband Infrastructure Investment
Connected over 1.6 million homes, schools, hospitals, and libraries with new broadband infrastructure.
1.6M Homes
Broadband Connected
Connected more than 1.6 million homes, schools, hospitals, and libraries with new broadband infrastructure.
500 Miles
Gas Main Replacement
Design and replacement of over 500 miles of gas main annually.
Tens Of Thousands
Pole Inspections
Annual inspection of tens of thousands of poles to maintain reliable electric grids.
- Regulatory compliance, ecosystem management, assessment, land development, water/wastewater studies, and NEPA services provided.
- Dedicated Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) program with measurable investments in greener, cleaner practices.
- Net-zero target implied via carbon-reduction programs, but no specific date stated.
- Supports clients to develop carbon-reduction projects aligned with their long- and short-term goals.
- New EN Renewables sector focused on battery storage, hydrogen, RNG, wind, solar, EV infrastructure, and microgrids.
4.0/5 Rating
Glassdoor D&I Score
The company has a Glassdoor Diversity & Inclusion rating of 4.0 out of 5, reflecting strong feedback from employees.
3.8 ★
Employee Feedback
Women employees gave a 3.8-star rating, while men employees gave a 3.6-star rating on overall company culture.
- Respect for All diversity training
- internship program targeting underserved communities
- tuition reimbursement program
- pay equality evaluations
- diverse hiring goals
- supplier diversity program
- employee resource groups (e.g., SPARK for women in STEM)
- DEI Committee to address challenges, ensure voices are heard
- SPARK ERG core pillars: Enrich (development), Engage (mentorship/events), Encourage (advocacy)
- SPARK aims to expand leadership, mentorship and cross‑ERG collaboration
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