Senior Power Systems Engineer Jobs in Louisiana
Senior Power Systems Engineer jobs in Louisiana are concentrated in the state's energy, utilities, and petrochemical sectors, with steady demand from electric grid operators, oil and gas infrastructure firms, and the expanding offshore and onshore power generation industry. New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lake Charles are the primary hiring metros, home to major employers such as Entergy, Cleco, and Shell. The most sought-after specialties include transmission and distribution system design, substation engineering, and protection and control systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Description
Cushing Terrell is seeking a Senior Protection & Studies Engineer to lead and grow our firm’s capabilities in power system protection. As the go-to expert in this space, you will shape the future of our protection practice while delivering hands-on engineering excellence.
In this role, you will:
- Lead the design, analysis, and implementation of protection schemes for substations, distribution systems, and industrial facilities
- Perform system studies, develop protection schemes, coordinate relay settings, and review designs for accuracy and code compliance
- Serve as the technical authority for other teams, providing guidance, mentorship, and support
- Help expand and develop the firm’s protection capabilities, including building and mentoring a growing team
- Collaborate across disciplines on sustainable, impactful projects, influencing both technical direction and firm strategy
This is a high-impact, hands-on role that offers professional growth, exposure to leadership, and the opportunity to build and lead a critical, high-demand specialty within the firm.
Position Salary Range*
The expected salary range for this position is $120,000 to $140,000 annually.
Required Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree or higher education in Electrical Engineering
- 8+ years of job-related experience
- Working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code and the National Electrical Code
- Licensed Professional Engineer (or ability to obtain by comity) in the state of the hiring Cushing Terrell office
- Advanced knowledge of one or more Electrical Systems Analysis Software packages, ETAP preferred
- Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Outlook, and Microsoft Office
- Proven record of technical competence in areas of electrical system design including but not limited to electrical substations, overhead and underground distribution, and industrial installations, with applicable codes and regulations
- Develop working knowledge of Cushing Terrell’s process and issues affecting productivity and quality control
- Ability to prepare fee proposals, various studies and reports in relation to essential functions listed below
- Work independently or under the direct supervision of a Senior Engineer or Project Manager
- Ability to administer construction contracts and conduct ‘on-site’ observation of work during construction to monitor plan compliance, including administration and review of addendums, substitutions, change orders, and submittals
Did you know that some people hold back on applying to jobs if they don’t meet 100% of the listed requirements? We don’t want you to hold back! If you check most of the qualifications above and believe you could successfully do the work, we encourage you to apply!
Position Responsibilities***
- Perform various studies including short-circuit, load-flow, coordination, grounding, lightning protection, and others as required
- Perform power system studies utilizing one or more power systems analysis software packages
- Produce protective relay settings and setting files utilizing relay vendor software
- Apply NERC-PRC standards to relay coordination and produce applicable compliance reports
- Develop protection schemes for substations & industrial installations
- Coordinate with other substation design disciplines (i.e., P&C design teams)
- Maintain a working knowledge of processes and issues affecting productivity and quality of contract documents and reports
- Act as Engineer-in-responsible-charge, including making technical decisions in their respective field, reviewing, stamping, and signing construction documents
- Develop positive external and internal client relationships and participate in project interviews for firm-wide projects
- Conduct project closeout and quality measurement investigation
Working at Cushing Terrell
Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.
Why Cushing Terrell
At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their-kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team, from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, “design meets you.” Together, we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here, the people we work for, and the planet as a whole. We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team. View our Employee Benefits Guide: https://cushingterrell.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/CushingTerrell_BenefitsGuide_2026_rev.pdf
Things to Note
- Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate’s years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.
**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
***The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.
Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.
Note to recruitment agencies: Cushing Terrell does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Cushing Terrell without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Cushing Terrell.
Power System Protection Engineer
Position Description
Cushing Terrell is seeking a Senior Protection & Studies Engineer to lead and grow our firm’s capabilities in power system protection. As the go-to expert in this space, you will shape the future of our protection practice while delivering hands-on engineering excellence.
In this role, you will:
- Lead the design, analysis, and implementation of protection schemes for substations, distribution systems, and industrial facilities
- Perform system studies, develop protection schemes, coordinate relay settings, and review designs for accuracy and code compliance
- Serve as the technical authority for other teams, providing guidance, mentorship, and support
- Help expand and develop the firm’s protection capabilities, including building and mentoring a growing team
- Collaborate across disciplines on sustainable, impactful projects, influencing both technical direction and firm strategy
This is a high-impact, hands-on role that offers professional growth, exposure to leadership, and the opportunity to build and lead a critical, high-demand specialty within the firm.
Position Salary Range*
The expected salary range for this position is $120,000 to $140,000 annually.
Required Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree or higher education in Electrical Engineering
- 8+ years of job-related experience
- Working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code and the National Electrical Code
- Licensed Professional Engineer (or ability to obtain by comity) in the state of the hiring Cushing Terrell office
- Advanced knowledge of one or more Electrical Systems Analysis Software packages, ETAP preferred
- Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Outlook, and Microsoft Office
- Proven record of technical competence in areas of electrical system design including but not limited to electrical substations, overhead and underground distribution, and industrial installations, with applicable codes and regulations
- Develop working knowledge of Cushing Terrell’s process and issues affecting productivity and quality control
- Ability to prepare fee proposals, various studies and reports in relation to essential functions listed below
- Work independently or under the direct supervision of a Senior Engineer or Project Manager
- Ability to administer construction contracts and conduct ‘on-site’ observation of work during construction to monitor plan compliance, including administration and review of addendums, substitutions, change orders, and submittals
Did you know that some people hold back on applying to jobs if they don’t meet 100% of the listed requirements? We don’t want you to hold back! If you check most of the qualifications above and believe you could successfully do the work, we encourage you to apply!
Position Responsibilities***
- Perform various studies including short-circuit, load-flow, coordination, grounding, lightning protection, and others as required
- Perform power system studies utilizing one or more power systems analysis software packages
- Produce protective relay settings and setting files utilizing relay vendor software
- Apply NERC-PRC standards to relay coordination and produce applicable compliance reports
- Develop protection schemes for substations & industrial installations
- Coordinate with other substation design disciplines (i.e., P&C design teams)
- Maintain a working knowledge of processes and issues affecting productivity and quality of contract documents and reports
- Act as Engineer-in-responsible-charge, including making technical decisions in their respective field, reviewing, stamping, and signing construction documents
- Develop positive external and internal client relationships and participate in project interviews for firm-wide projects
- Conduct project closeout and quality measurement investigation
Working at Cushing Terrell
Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.
Why Cushing Terrell
At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their-kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team, from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, “design meets you.” Together, we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here, the people we work for, and the planet as a whole. We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team. View our Employee Benefits Guide: https://cushingterrell.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/CushingTerrell_BenefitsGuide_2026_rev.pdf
Things to Note
- Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate’s years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.
**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
***The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.
Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.
Note to recruitment agencies: Cushing Terrell does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Cushing Terrell without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Cushing Terrell.
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The qualifications that appear most often in senior power systems engineer jobs across Louisiana.
- Active Louisiana Professional Engineer license or eligibility for reciprocal licensure in Louisiana
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with a power systems concentration
- Minimum five to eight years of hands-on power systems design or analysis experience
- Proficiency in power system modeling software such as ETAP, PSS/E, or PowerWorld
- Experience with NERC reliability standards and IEEE power systems guidelines
- Strong background in substation design, protective relaying, or transmission planning
Senior Power Systems Engineer Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a senior power systems engineer in Louisiana?
The standard path begins with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, followed by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and gaining progressive experience under a licensed engineer. Louisiana licensure is issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board, which requires passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam in electrical power. Most senior-level roles expect several years of documented power systems work, and holding an active Louisiana PE license is a firm requirement at the majority of employers.
How much do senior power systems engineers make in Louisiana?
Senior power systems engineers in Louisiana earn a median of about $123,710 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,210 for the lowest 10% to over $178,330 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire senior power systems engineers in Louisiana?
Companies currently hiring senior power systems engineers in Louisiana include Resa Power, Worley, and Cushing Terrell, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Louisiana's dominant energy and petrochemical industries mean large utilities, offshore operators, and engineering and procurement contractors are among the most consistent sources of open positions.
Which Louisiana cities have the most senior power systems engineer jobs?
Baton Rouge and New Orleans lead Louisiana for senior power systems engineer openings. New Orleans and Baton Rouge drive the highest volume through major utility headquarters, refinery complexes, and large engineering firms, while Lake Charles draws significant demand from its concentration of liquefied natural gas export facilities and petrochemical plants that require continuous power systems support.
How can I get hired as a senior power systems engineer in Louisiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing a junior or associate electrical engineer role at a Louisiana utility or large engineering firm and working toward your PE license while building project hours. Entergy Louisiana and Cleco operate rotational and new-graduate programs that cycle engineers through transmission, distribution, and substation teams. Adjacent roles in protection and control technician work or electrical design at industrial contractors also provide the documented experience Louisiana employers count toward senior-level consideration. Passing the FE exam early and building ETAP or PSS/E proficiency strengthens any application significantly.
Where can I find and apply to senior power systems engineer jobs in Louisiana?
You can find and apply to senior power systems engineer jobs in Louisiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Louisiana openings across utilities, engineering firms, and industrial operators. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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