Senior Electrical Engineer – P&C Substation

Looking for a familia? At LUZCO, we’re more than an engineering firm. We’re a tight-knit team of people who care deeply about what we do and who we work with.

As an award-winning, woman-owned, minority-owned boutique engineering firm, we’ve built a reputation for delivering world-class work while creating a culture that feels like home. We’re proud to be a place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day and feel supported doing it. We’re proud to be recognized as a 2025 Best Place to Work in St.

Louis, a reflection of our people-first mindset and our belief that work should be both challenging and fulfilling.

Our mission is simple:

• to provide innovative engineering solutions while building genuine, lasting connections with our clients and each other. Why You'll Love LUZCO Benefits that take care of you: Top-notch medical, dental, and vision insurance; a competitive 401k match; generous PTO; student loan repayment assistance; and an employee recognition platform that celebrates your wins big and small. Flexibility that fits your life: We get that life doesn’t always stick to a schedule. You’ll work with your supervisor to create a schedule that’s flexible and works for both you and the team. Diversity that fuels innovation: Our team brings together a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

That diversity isn’t just something we talk about; it’s what drives our creativity and helps us find better ways to solve problems. Growth that feels personal:

• Whether you’re continuing your education, earning new certifications, or stepping into new challenges, we’re here to help you grow in the direction that’s right for you. You’ll collaborate with experienced mentors and leaders who want to see you succeed. A culture that gives back: We’re passionate about our communities.

Every year, we dedicate paid time off for volunteering and encourage our team to use their talents to make a difference whether that’s mentoring students, serving local nonprofits, or getting hands-on in community projects. A workplace that feels like you:

• We keep things relaxed and welcoming.
• Expect weekly happy hours, team lunches, a stocked kitchen, dogs in the office, and a casual dress code. It’s a space where you can be yourself and do your best work. The Role We’re hiring a Protection & Control (P&C) Engineer to lead substation design projects from 15kV to 500kV.
• This role is ideal for someone with strong relay protection knowledge, SCADA communication design experience, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.

You’ll be responsible for developing protection schemes, performing system studies, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring high-quality deliverables across all phases of substation projects. What Your Day Will Look Like:

• Design and review protection schemes for substation and transmission line equipment (bus, line, capacitor, transformer), including associated relay settings Read, interpret, design, and engineer P&C systems for utilities up to 500kV, including one-lines, three-lines, AC/DC schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, cable lists, settings, relays, and SCADA Lead and mentor engineering teams; oversee project scopes, budgets, schedules, and estimates Perform and review studies and calculations: coordination, voltage drop, fault current, CT burden and saturation, lighting, and installation planning Use client-specified software and standards for system modeling and analysis Ensure compliance with NEC, NESC, IEEE, NEMA, ANSI, and client-specific standards Prepare engineering and construction documents: BOMs, yard layouts, section views, grounding, rigid and strain bus, raceways, and electrical details Design auxiliary AC and DC power systems and develop technical specifications for major substation equipment (e.g., transformers, breakers, control houses) Integrate protection, control, and monitoring systems in coordination with other engineering disciplines Review and check designs for accuracy, appearance, and adherence to standards Collaborate with internal teams, clients, contractors, consultants, and suppliers to ensure cohesive design and execution Provide engineering support during construction, testing, and commissioning; visit sites and resolve field issues as needed Apply field markups to as-built drawings and support documentation updates Travel up to 25% for site visits, fieldwork, or client coordination Perform other duties as assigned, including temporary support for other roles when required What You’ll Bring to the Familia: Essentials to Succeed: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited or NCEES-evaluated) 4+ years of utility substation P&C design experience (15kV–500kV) Strong knowledge of protection fundamentals, SCADA, and project management Knowledge of relevant codes and standards, such as: NEC, NESC, IEEE, NEMA, and ANSI Proficient in researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and presenting findings Ability to interact with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) Valid driver’s license and ability to travel PE license or ability to obtain within one year What Sets You Apart: 5–10 years of substation P&C design experience Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or Bluebeam Familiarity with SEL or GE relays and SCADA systems Software experience with ETAP, ASPEN, SKM, CAPE, CYME, or GE URsetup Ability to lead full substation design projects Experience with lightning shielding and grounding plans Ready to Make an Impact? We know you might not check every single box on the job description—and that’s totally fine.
• At LUZCO, we care about potential, collaboration, and diverse perspectives.

If you’re passionate about joining a supportive and innovative team, we encourage you to apply and show us what you can bring to the familia. Powered by JazzHR