Gannett Fleming
Provides engineering, architecture, and consulting services for infrastructure and built environments.
P & C Designer (Protection and Controls)
Design protection and control systems for high‑voltage substations (4kV‑765kV).
Job Highlights
About the Role
In this role you will design protection and control systems for high‑voltage substations ranging from 4 kV to 765 kV, emphasizing safety, cost, quality, and reliability. Responsibilities include generating detailed engineering deliverables, performing basic calculations, creating one‑line and three‑line diagrams, wiring schematics, control panel layouts, SCADA interfaces, and auxiliary system designs, as well as compiling material lists, quoting, and conducting site assessments and client communications. • Design protection and control systems for substations up to 765 kV • Create one‑line, three‑line, wiring, and control panel diagrams • Develop SCADA, communication, and auxiliary system interfaces • Compile and quote relay and control material lists per contracts • Conduct site assessments, gather data, and liaise with clients • Perform quality reviews of peer project deliverables
Key Responsibilities
- ▸protection design
- ▸one‑line diagrams
- ▸scada interfaces
- ▸material quoting
- ▸site assessments
- ▸quality review
What You Bring
GFT is seeking an experienced Substation Protection & Control Designer to join its expanding Power Group in a remote capacity. The team tackles cutting‑edge projects that advance energy infrastructure, providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy while focusing on reliability, sustainability, and efficiency. The ideal candidate has at least two years of substation or transmission and distribution design experience, proficient with AutoCAD and MicroStation, and familiar with NESC, NEC, and IEEE codes as well as MV, HV, and EHV voltage levels. strong project scheduling, budgeting, reporting, and Microsoft Office skills are also required. Preferred qualifications include prior experience in the energy industry or consulting services and a thorough understanding of relevant codes. Compensation ranges from $85,000 to $100,000, dependent on experience and geographic location, with core business hours of 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. • 2+ years substation or T&D design experience required • Proficient in AutoCAD and MicroStation drafting tools • Knowledge of NESC, NEC, IEEE codes and MV/HV/EHV voltages • Ability to manage schedules, budgets, and produce clear reports
Requirements
- ▸2+ years
- ▸autocad
- ▸microstation
- ▸electrical codes
- ▸high voltage
- ▸project scheduling
Benefits
GFT offers a hybrid remote/in‑person work environment, comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, life, and pet insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, competitive PTO, tuition reimbursement, and continual professional development opportunities. The firm values innovation across infrastructure sectors and is an equal‑opportunity employer. • Hybrid remote/in‑person work model with comprehensive benefits • 401(k) tax‑deferred plan, PTO accrual, tuition reimbursement • Access to internal and external training and professional organizations
Work Environment
Office Full-Time