Protection & Controls Engineer

Post Date

Jul 02, 2026

Location

Lexington-Fayette,
Kentucky

ZIP/Postal Code

40503
US
Sep 19, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

LOU-569a2d3d-1e1d-49c6-a52b-acb01e24d734

Pay Rate

$82 - $102 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

A client is seeking a Protection & Controls Engineer for a long-term contract that can sit in Lexington or Louisville, KY. This position will join a team of engineers that support capital projects associated with updating and building new substations for distribution and transmission projects. The daily functions of this role include reviewing prints/designs of substations, collaborating with internal and external partners, and some mentorship of engineers on the team. Additional projects this engineer could support include equipment replacements of aging infrastructure, controls and relay updates and relay replacements. They could also deal with environmental regulations for greenfield projects to ensure they are following codes. Strong electrical and communication/project management skills are required to be successful in this role.

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Required Skills & Experience

Engineering degree (Preferred Electrical Engineering, but would take Mechanical or Civil degrees)
Protection and Controls (P&C) experience
Knowledge of substation designs and greenfield development projects
Utility experience
Strong project management and communication skills

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Knowledge of SCADA systems
Automation/scripting skills
Experience with equipment like relay panels and RTUs

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.