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Mott MacDonald

Senior Project Engineer Electrical

Mott MacDonald, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Overview

Mott MacDonald is looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Protection & Controls (P&C) Engineer to join our dynamic team in Boston, New York or New Jersey offices. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in hands-on engineering work across a wide range of electrical utility projects. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy applying your deep technical expertise to meaningful infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do

As a Senior P&C Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing and implementing protection and control systems for transmission and distribution projects. Your responsibilities will include: Designing P&C systems for switching stations and substations ranging from 4kV to 500kV. Creating and reviewing detailed engineering drawings including one-line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC distribution, relay protection schematics, SCADA controls, and control house layouts. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including layout designers, system protection engineers, construction supervisors, and field personnel. Performing calculations for AC/DC load banks and battery sizing. Providing technical guidance and quality reviews for junior engineers and external contractors. Coordinating with vendors and reviewing technical documentation to ensure compliance and accuracy. Leading design teams on complex projects and engaging in technical discussions with clients. Applying your expertise in microprocessor relay design and high-voltage equipment controls, including SCADA and GIS systems. Supporting proposal efforts through estimating and scheduling P&C work. What You Bring

We're seeking candidates who are not only technically skilled but also enthusiastic about mentoring and collaboration. Ideal qualifications include: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred). 10+ years of experience in protection and control engineering, including SCADA systems. Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with electrical utility switching stations/substations and related equipment. Strong knowledge of protective relay schemes, fiber optic communication, metering, and AC/DC power distribution. Proficiency in interpreting and developing complex control schematics and electrical layout drawings. Familiarity with NERC and IEEE standards. Proven ability to mentor junior staff and foster technical growth. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred. Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don't have all the experience outlined in this posting,

we still want to hear from you! Let's discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America. Benefits and Compensation

At Mott MacDonald, we provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insurance. Salary ranges: New York: $154,000 - $188,000 New Jersey: $153,000 - $187,000 Massachusetts: $174,000 - $212,000 Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills. Equal opportunity is the law. We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute. Hybrid working policy At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

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