P & C Designer; Protection and Controls

Overview

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist @ GFT | Strategic Recruiting Support. This is a remote position within GFT's Power Group, focusing on strategic recruiting for substation P&C design and related power engineering roles.

GFT is seeking an experienced Substation P & C Designer to join our expanding Power Group. This is a remote position. You will engage in cutting-edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure, supporting power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy initiatives. You will contribute to improving system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape.

What You ll Be Challenged To Do

This experienced designer will be responsible for the protection and control design of high voltage substation projects up to 765kV.

• Design and execution of high-voltage substations projects in the 4kV – 765kV range with emphasis on project safety, cost, quality, and reliability
• Generate designs and detailed engineering deliverables under the supervision of the lead engineer and project manager
• Complete basic engineering calculations related to design/engineering deliverables
• Develop one & three line diagrams; schematics and wiring diagrams; control and relay panel layout and specifications; control and relay panel and equipment wiring diagrams; SCADA system and communications interfaces including RTUs, HMIs and IEDs; auxiliary system design including batteries and chargers
• Compile complete list of relay and control materials for substation projects and quote/order materials as necessary per contractual agreements with customers
• Follow supervisor or engineers  instructions to perform more complex design assignments
• Investigate new and existing substation technical drawings and conditions to ensure installation and operations conform to industry standards and customer requirements
• Travel to job sites for project assessment and data gathering as needed
• Communicate and interact with clients
• Perform quality reviews of projects completed by peers

What You ll Bring To Our Firm

• 2+ years of relevant substation or general electrical T&D designing experience
• Knowledge and ability to utilize computer-aided drafting including AutoCAD & Micro Station
• Familiar knowledge of the following codes: NESC, NEC and IEEE
• Knowledge of substation voltages, MV, HV, EHV
• Ability to apply project schedules to complete tasks in a timely manner and within project budget
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to review project documents and recommend value engineering ideas
• Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)

• Experience in the energy industry or a consulting services environment
• Thorough knowledge of NESC, NEC and IEEE

The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $90,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Commitment to professional development and access to training programs
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Location: Remote

Core Business

Hours:

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

California Applicants

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

Gannett Fleming requires the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

Final date to receive applications 9/20/2025

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