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Electrical Controls Engineer - Power

Hanson Professional Services Inc. -
Marion, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$105,000 - $160,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Leadership training provided
401(k) matching
Employee stock ownership plan
Lunch & learns

Qualifications

Protective relaying
Communications systems expertise (engineering specialty)
Utility electrical systems
Driver's License
Telecommunications systems
Electrical protection systems
Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA)
Power system protection
Cross-functional collaboration

Full Job Description

Hanson Values

Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation

If you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company’s practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.

Power Controls Engineer (Power Industry)
Position Type: Full-Time
Industry Focus: Power Delivery / Transmission & Distribution / Substations / SCADA & Communications

About the Role

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking a Power Controls Engineer to support the design, implementation, and integration of control systems and communication networks for electric power infrastructure projects.

This position is not a project management or project controls role. Instead, the Power Controls Engineer provides specialized technical expertise that complements substation, transmission, and distribution engineering teams. The role focuses on communication and control interfaces among substations, transmission systems, utilities, and control centers, including SCADA systems, protective-relaying communications, and fiber‑optic networks.

The Power Controls Engineer works closely with substation engineers, transmission engineers, civil engineers, structural engineers, and utility clients to ensure reliable, secure, and coordinated operation of power system control and monitoring infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Power System Controls & Communications

Design and support SCADA, substation automation, and power system communication architectures.
Develop control and monitoring schemes that support coordination between substations, transmission systems, and operations centers.
Support integration of field devices, including:
- IEDs (Intelligent Electronic Devices)
- RTUs and PLCs
- Protective relays
Assist with commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting control and communication systems.

SCADA & Network Integration

Support SCADA point lists, I/O mapping, control logic, and alarm philosophies.
Coordinate communication protocols such as:
- DNP3
- IEC 61850
- Modbus
Participate in network design involving:
- Fiberoptic communication systems
- Ethernet and IP-based networks
- Redundant communication paths and cybersecurity considerations
Coordinate with utilities and IT/OT stakeholders on control system interfaces and data exchange.

Collaboration with Engineering Teams

Work in addition to (and in coordination with) substation engineers—not as a replacement, proposing technical depth in controls and communications.
Coordinate with:
- Substation, transmission, and distribution engineers
- Civil, structural, and electrical engineering teams
- Utility operations and control center personnel
Review drawings and specifications to ensure proper integration of controls, communications, and protection systems.

Design Documentation & Technical Support

Prepare and review technical deliverables, including:
- Control schematics and wiring diagrams
- Communication one‑lines and network diagrams
- SCADA architecture drawings
- Technical specifications and standards
Support responses to technical questions during design, construction, and commissioning.
Assist with upgrades, expansions, and modernization of existing control and communication systems.

Power Industry Applications

Support a variety of power delivery projects, including:

Transmission and substation control systems
Utility SCADA and EMS/DMS interfaces
Grid modernization and automation initiatives
Integration of new substations or transmission assets into existing control networks

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field.
Minimum 5–10 years of experience in power system controls, substation automation, or SCADA within the power or utility industry.
Experience working with:
- Substation or transmission projects
- Power system communication and control systems
Working knowledge of SCADA systems, protective relaying communications, and utility operational requirements.
Ability to collaborate across multi‑disciplinary engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure.
Experience with:
- Investor‑Owned Utilities (IOUs)
- Public power agencies or electric cooperatives
Familiarity with:
- IEC 61850 architectures
- Fiberoptic network design and troubleshooting
- Substation automation systems
Experience supporting commissioning, testing, or system cutovers.
Understanding of cybersecurity considerations for utility control systems.

Soft Skills & Competencies

Strong technical problem‑solving skills
Clear written and verbal communication
Ability to work independently while coordinating closely with others
Detail‑oriented approach to technical design and documentation
Collaborative, solutions‑focused mindset

Working at Hanson

Employee‑owned firm offering long‑term stability and career growth
Collaborative, multi‑disciplinary engineering environment
Opportunities to work with power utilities across multiple regions
Occasional travel to support projects or client coordination
Valid driver’s license required

Salary range: $105,000 - $160,000

Benefits

Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:

Competitive compensation
Performance bonuses
401(k) with matching contribution
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Comprehensive health & well-being plans
Financial wellness plans
Work-life balance programs

Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.

Culture

We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:

Monthly educational webinars
Leadership training
Lunch & learn development sessions
24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses
Mentorship opportunities
Award-winning internship program
Employee recognition
And so much more!

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EEO — EMPLOYER

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies/staffing firms. Resumes are only accepted from recruiters and agency/staffing firms if a signed agreement is in place at the inception of the recruiting effort and authorized for a specified position.

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Power Controls Engineer (Power Industry) Position Type: Full-Time Industry Focus: Power Delivery / Transmission & Distribution / Substations / SCADA & Communications

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

Power System Controls & Communications

SCADA & Network Integration

Collaboration with Engineering Teams

Design Documentation & Technical Support

Power Industry Applications

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Soft Skills & Competencies

Working at Hanson

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

401(k) with matching contribution

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive health & well-being plans

Financial wellness plans

Work-life balance programs

Culture

Monthly educational webinars

Leadership training

Lunch & learn development sessions

24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses

Mentorship opportunities

Award-winning internship program

Employee recognition

And so much more!

Power Controls Engineer (Power Industry)
Position Type: Full-Time
Industry Focus: Power Delivery / Transmission & Distribution / Substations / SCADA & Communications