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Substation Protection & Control Designer - REMOTE

Icf

·

Jun 19, 2026

Salary
$74k – $139k
Location
Nationwide Remote Office (US99), United States of America · Raleigh, NC · Reston, VA · Charleston, SC
Workplace
Remote
Type
Full-time
Department
Design
Experience
3+ years
Education
High School
Source
Workday

Description

Title: Substation Protection & Control Designer - REMOTE

Location: Remote US

Ready to make a difference?

ICF is seeking a Substation P&C Designer, to work on the design of relay and protection and control projects on high voltage substations at voltages from 12kV to 500kV under the direction of the Electrical Project Lead. We are a relentlessly client-focused group who are re-imagining, re-designing, and re-engineering the way electric utilities tackle industry problems. We're seeking passionate and innovative people who are constantly looking for ways to provide better quality engineering services for our clients.

Why you will love working here:

  • Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance

  • Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities

  • And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)

What you will be doing:

  • Responsibilities include, but are not limited, to the design and preparation of the following Protection and Control Drawings:

    • Substation Relay One Lines and Three Lines

    • AC/DC Schematics

    • Substation Panel Layouts

    • Substation Wiring Diagram and Cable Schedule

    • SCADA and Communication Diagrams

    • Point to Point Wiring Diagrams

  • Coordination with physical, settings, and drafting disciplines to ensure quality deliverables

  • Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables

  • Apply client standards related to the work

  • Perform/ensure company’s Quality assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are being followed on all design packages

  • Continuous improvement of job-related engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance

What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):

  • AA or High School Diploma

  • Experience with substation (transmission) design

  • 3+ years of detailed wiring design experience, developing single lines, schematics and relay panels

  • 3+ years of experience working with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Inventor, and MicroStation

What we would like you to have (preferred skills):

  • Understanding of AC/DC control diagrams to accurately perform point to point wiring requirements

  • Ability to assist lead engineers with initial design requirements

  • Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Excel, and Word

  • Knowledge of the practical application of industry standards such as: NEC, NESC, IEEE and ANSI

  • Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of technical plans, blueprints and drawings

To learn more about this team and how our grid engineering solutions help electric utilities balance cutting-edge technology with cost-efficiency and reliability> ICF Power Delivery Services

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Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

 

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.  

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. 

 

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.  

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.


 

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$74,090.00 - $138,549.00

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

Skills

ExcelAutoCADSCADA

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