Ampirical
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Ampirical . Ampirical is shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive. We don’t just build projects—we build careers. If you’re looking for a place where your contributions matter and your professional development is supported every step of the way, we’d love to meet you. Watch this video to get a glimpse into our culture. Why Ampirical?
Salary Range : $102,000 - $140,000 - Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications) Profit-Sharing Bonus : Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary) Day-One Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k)
with 4% match and immediate vesting PTO : Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays Flexible Work Schedule : Every other Friday off Career Development : Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement Perks : Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more Your Role
Your Role : Protection and Control Engineer What You’ll Do
Identify appropriate protection and control schemes for transmission and distribution substations. Select protection devices and ensure proper equipment sizing and material procurement. Prepare scopes of work, estimates, and drawing packages including wiring diagrams, schematics, protection panels, one-line, and three-line diagrams. Perform load calculations for panels, battery systems, voltage drop, and other substation components. Ensure adherence to client standards and industry regulations related to relay protection. Provide field support and conduct pre-inspections for turnkey substation projects involving protection panels, breakers, transformers, control houses, and supporting equipment. Interface with clients and vendors to ensure project alignment and technical accuracy. Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance. Collaborate with internal teams to revise and maintain design/construction scope processes. What You Bring
Education Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university Professional Engineer (PE) license required. Experience 5+ years of experience in protection and control design within the utilities or energy industry. Experience with ETAP, WinIGS, and IEEE 80/998. Skills Proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor, Bentley MicroStation, and/or Bentley Substation software (2D/3D modeling experience is a plus). Knowledge of SCADA, automation, relay settings, RTU configuration, and protection & control engineering concepts. Experience in the electric utility or petrochemical industry. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Join to apply for the
Protection and Control Engineer
role at
Ampirical . Ampirical is shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive. We don’t just build projects—we build careers. If you’re looking for a place where your contributions matter and your professional development is supported every step of the way, we’d love to meet you. Watch this video to get a glimpse into our culture. Why Ampirical?
Salary Range : $102,000 - $140,000 - Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications) Profit-Sharing Bonus : Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary) Day-One Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k)
with 4% match and immediate vesting PTO : Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays Flexible Work Schedule : Every other Friday off Career Development : Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement Perks : Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more Your Role
Your Role : Protection and Control Engineer What You’ll Do
Identify appropriate protection and control schemes for transmission and distribution substations. Select protection devices and ensure proper equipment sizing and material procurement. Prepare scopes of work, estimates, and drawing packages including wiring diagrams, schematics, protection panels, one-line, and three-line diagrams. Perform load calculations for panels, battery systems, voltage drop, and other substation components. Ensure adherence to client standards and industry regulations related to relay protection. Provide field support and conduct pre-inspections for turnkey substation projects involving protection panels, breakers, transformers, control houses, and supporting equipment. Interface with clients and vendors to ensure project alignment and technical accuracy. Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance. Collaborate with internal teams to revise and maintain design/construction scope processes. What You Bring
Education Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university Professional Engineer (PE) license required. Experience 5+ years of experience in protection and control design within the utilities or energy industry. Experience with ETAP, WinIGS, and IEEE 80/998. Skills Proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor, Bentley MicroStation, and/or Bentley Substation software (2D/3D modeling experience is a plus). Knowledge of SCADA, automation, relay settings, RTU configuration, and protection & control engineering concepts. Experience in the electric utility or petrochemical industry. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Industries Utilities We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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