Substation Protection & Control Engineering Manager – PE (Remote Option)

Primera Engineers is a nationally recognized, woman-owned firm that emphasizes collaboration, learning, and innovation in designing sustainable power systems and high-voltage substations. The Substation Protection & Control Engineering Manager will lead a multi-disciplinary team, oversee project resources and budgets, and guide engineers through complex projects.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire a talented and multi-disciplinary team delivering protection & control designs for utilities and EPC partners
• Provide strategic oversight for project resources, budgets, and client relationships
• Guide engineers through complex transmission and distribution projects
• Manage resources, performance, and development for a growing national substation group
• Review and approve design packages, drawings, and specifications for technical excellence
• Partner with leadership on business development and recruiting initiatives
• Champion a culture of learning, innovation, collaboration and inclusion across the team

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering
• Active PE license
• 15+ years of experience in protection & control or power systems engineering
• 4+ years in leadership
• Advanced expertise in P&C engineering for high-voltage substations
• Developing and reviewing one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, substation protection schematics, and control wiring diagrams
• Deep knowledge of utility industry standards
• A passion for mentorship, innovation, and collaborative leadership
• Confident communicator, mentor, and team builder with excellent organizational skills
• A passion for helping engineers grow in both technical depth and systems thinking
• PMP certification