Sr. Protection and Control Engineer

14 hours ago


Atwell WA, Australia Atwell Full time $110,000 - $150,000 per year

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 55+ locations and growing

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2024 awards:

  • Nine consecutive years in a row as a "Best Place to Work" (#16) by Zweig Group
  • Recognized as #10 in the "Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms" in the U.S. by Zweig Group
  • Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region.
  • Recognized in Crains "Fast 50" as one of the fastest-growing firms based in Michigan.
  • Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies.

Atwell is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our growing Power & Energy team. We are a full-service consulting firm specializing in the design and execution of power generation and power delivery systems across a range of markets: utility-scale wind, solar, BESS, and high-voltage substations, transmission, and distribution infrastructure.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful renewable energy projects, collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams, and grow within an innovative, mission-driven organization.

What You'll Do

  • Apply core electrical engineering principles to the design of high-voltage systems (substations, T&D, utility-scale renewables)
  • Lead engineering tasks from project kickoff through to design package completion
  • Collaborate with civil, structural, SCADA, and protection & control engineers to deliver integrated project solutions
  • Prepare technical documentation: one-line diagrams, studies, specs, reports, BOMs, proposals, and client-facing deliverables
  • Ensure designs meet NEC, NESC, IEEE, NFPA, ANSI, and other industry standards
  • Support project managers with estimating, proposal writing, and client communication
  • Participate in interdisciplinary reviews and QA/QC efforts across engineering teams
  • Occasionally travel (less than 20%) for field walkdowns, client meetings, or construction support

Focus Areas (Team Dependent)

Protection & Control (P&C)

  • Design P&C packages: one-lines, three-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, relays, communication diagrams, SCADA points
  • Conduct battery sizing, voltage drop, and conduit fill calcs
  • Develop relay settings and perform arc flash and coordination studies
  • Interface with SCADA/RTAC systems and vendors for major equipment submittals

Electrical Studies

  • Perform studies: short circuit, load flow, grounding, insulation coordination, harmonics, arc flash, etc.
  • Use software tools such as ETAP, CYMCAP, PSS/E, SKM, ASPEN, PSCAD, EMTP, and more
  • Draft interconnection studies and evaluate compliance with utility or ISO requirements
  • Translate technical findings into clear client-facing reports

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET Accredited)
  • EIT or PE depending on level:
    • Engineer I: Internship experience preferred
  • Engineer II-III: EIT preferred or required
  • Engineer IV-V: PE strongly preferred or required
  • 5–10+ years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus in power systems, renewable energy, or substations
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MS Office, and at least one power system analysis software

Pay Range - $110,000 - $150,000

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Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
  • Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

  • Competitive Compensation packages
  • Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
  • 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Student Loan Repayment up to $25K
  • Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
  • Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
  • Employee Referrals up to $5,000
  • Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
  • Dependent Care Match

'Atwell'ness:

  • Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
  • Family Planning & IVF Benefits
  • Pet Insurance
  • Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
  • Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
  • Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
  • Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services


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