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LUMA Energy

Operates Puerto Rico's transmission and distribution

Engineer 2 - Protection, Automation and Control

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Junior
Master's, Bachelor of Science (BS)
Santurce, San Juan, Puerto Rico
In PersonTravel required approximately 30% of the time, including overnight travel.
Electrical EngineeringPower Systems Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited college is required.
  • Two years of applicable engineering experience, or a combination of education and applicable engineering experience, is required; a master's degree counts as one year.
  • An Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by the Puerto Rico Examining Board for Engineers, Architects, Surveyors and Landscape Architects is required.
  • Business knowledge in the utility and regulated environment is required.
  • Experience applying sound judgment to make decisions is required.
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship development skills are required.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • The ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers is required.
  • The ability to prioritize assignments to meet commitments is required.
  • Problem-solving skills and a proven ability to resolve engineering issues are required.
Responsibilities
  • Support projects within scope, schedule, and cost under the supervision of an engineer licensed in Puerto Rico.
  • Assist with and perform assignments in specialized areas requiring engineering skills.
  • Review functional specifications for completeness and consider practical limitations.
  • Collaborate on design activities as a member of a multidisciplinary engineering team.
  • Coordinate basic work planning, budgeting, and cost estimating.
  • Develop and update single-line diagrams, design drawings, and equipment specifications.
  • Support material procurement.
  • Support quality assurance and quality control design reviews.
  • Provide engineering support to field and construction groups.
  • Use, develop, and improve engineering processes and standards.
  • Provide reports, including presentations to work groups and management.
  • Work extended hours, including assigned major storm restoration work and associated drills, when required.
  • Travel approximately 30% of the time, including overnight travel, as required.
Desired Qualifications
  • A master's degree in engineering is preferred.
  • Experience in utility industry trade organizations is preferred.

About the company

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LUMA Energy

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LUMA Energy operates, maintains, and modernizes Puerto Rico’s electricity transmission and distribution system under a long-term public-private partnership. It runs the grid, performs maintenance, and implements upgrades to improve reliability and service, while the government retains ownership of the assets. The company is a joint venture formed by Quanta Services and ATCO and secured a 15-year contract to transform the island’s power infrastructure. Unlike typical private utilities, LUMA’s model combines private operational expertise with public ownership under a government contract, making its role in Puerto Rico's energy system distinct from purely privatized or purely public utilities. The goal is to restore and strengthen grid reliability, reduce outages, and deliver steady electric service for the island under the terms of the contract, though its future has been subject to legal and political challenges.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico

Founded

2020

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What believers are saying

  • LUMA energized 20 transformers by April 9, 2026, improving reliability for thousands.
  • CBES expanded through fiscal 2028, turning rooftop solar batteries into grid capacity.
  • Progress dashboard showed 182,000 streetlights and 33,800 poles replaced by June 30, 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Governor Jenniffer González-Colón keeps pushing 2026 contract cancellation in Puerto Rico courts.
  • LUMA countersued on June 23, 2026, claiming $4.5 billion damages and disruption.
  • PREB budget stress forced 160 layoffs in October 2025 and frozen vacancies in 2026.

What makes LUMA Energy unique

  • Puerto Rico’s only T&D operator, controlling the island grid under a 15-year concession.
  • Janisse Quiñones became CEO on March 30, 2026, bringing utility-executive credibility.
  • LUMA monetizes distributed energy through CBES, working with Tesla, Sunrun, Sonnen, and others.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Remote Work Options
  • Hybrid Work Options
  • Flexible Work Hours

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

4%
Endeavor Business Media
Sep 16th, 2026
LUMA to replace 25 poles to modernize infrastructure in Puerto Rico.

LUMA to replace 25 poles to modernize infrastructure in Puerto Rico. The project, funded by the federal Department of Energy, will include the removal of vegetation near power lines to strengthen system safety and reliability. Sept. 16, 2026 LUMA will replace 25 poles more than 30 years old as part of the efforts to modernize and strengthen the electric infrastructure in Ponce, Puerto Rico. The work, which will benefit more than 4,900 customers, will also include removing vegetation near power lines to improve operational safety and reduce the risk of interruptions. The project represents an approximate investment of $259,000, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), intended to support the reconstruction and modernization of critical infrastructure in Puerto Rico's electric system. This initiative aims to identify and repair the distribution lines with the worst performance to improve service quality and reduce outages affecting customers in the area. "With these pole replacement efforts, installation of conductors and other components, we are directly addressing the root cause of outages, strengthening the infrastructure to avoid future failures. Our commitment is clear: improve service reliability and offer our communities the electrical stability they deserve," said Jesús López, LUMA's southwest distribution lines director. Sponsored recommendations. The project, divided into phases, will allow for the replacement of decades-old infrastructure and improvement of distribution line components, the replacement of 4,650 ft of primary cables, the replacement of the 25 distribution poles, each 50 ft tall and designed to withstand winds up to 160 mph with other critical components for the system. As part of the work, crews will also remove vegetation near power lines to maintain required safety clearances and reduce the risk of contact with the system. The improvements will benefit about 705 customers in communities such as Reparto Cerca del Cielo, Quebrada del Agua, Mansiones del Sur, Los Augustos, and Santo Cristo, as well as other sectors near PR-132. To view the communities that may be impacted, visit: www.lumapr.com/mejorasplanificadas/ The Process of Installing a New Pole Replacing an electric pole is a complex process that can take up to eight hours and includes prior area inspections, identification of electric and telecommunications installations, establishment of safety measures and vegetation trimming when necessary. Then the space is prepared, the existing structure is removed, and the new pole is installed, followed by the careful transfer of lines, equipment, and system components. Finally, connections and final inspections are completed before finishing the work and removing the old pole. As part of this work, through mid-November, scheduled tasks will be carried out that may require temporary interruptions of electric service to allow for the safe replacement of poles and vegetation management along the highway. To learn more, visit: www.lumapr.com/mejorasplanificadas/ This work is being carried out in collaboration with the Municipality of Ponce, Puerto Rico Municipal Police, Puerto Rico Police Bureau and the Department of Transportation and Public Works, ensuring the necessary measures are in place to facilitate mobility and guarantee safety during the tasks. Voice your opinion! New pulse report. Discover what industry professionals are saying about the infrastructure, capacity, costs and challenges shaping the next phase of heavy-duty fleet electrification.

Transformer Technology
Jul 14th, 2026
LUMA energizes three new power transformers in puerto rico.

LUMA energizes three new power transformers in puerto rico. 14 Jul 2026 LUMA Energy has energized three new power transformers at substations in Carolina, Bayamón and Isabela, marking another step in efforts to modernize and strengthen Puerto Rico's electric grid. The new equipment was installed at the Sabana Llana, Crea and Mora substations and is expected to improve service reliability for approximately 782,500 customers across the island. The Sabana Llana Substation supports more than 700,000 customers, while the Crea and Mora substations serve approximately 12,000 and 70,500 customers, respectively. The utility said the transformers will improve voltage regulation, increase network capacity and help reduce risks associated with aging infrastructure and system limitations. "Each transformer we install strengthens the system's ability to operate more reliably, improves voltage regulation, and increases our ability to respond to the electrical demand of the communities we serve," said Hendzon Martinez, vice president of Transmission and Substations at LUMA Energy. The installations were supported through different funding sources. The transformer at the Mora Substation in Isabela was financed through funding from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), while the Sabana Llana project is part of reconstruction efforts supported by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The Crea Substation transformer was financed through non-federal capital investments. "The energization of these transformers is a significant advance in the modernization of the electricity grid," Martinez said, adding that the projects required years of planning, coordination and execution. According to LUMA, large power transformer installations involve complex engineering, manufacturing and logistics processes due to the size and weight of the equipment and the extended lead times required for production and delivery.

Interesting Engineering
Apr 30th, 2026
Steel, wires, and megawatts: the hidden physical side of AI.

Steel, wires, and megawatts: the hidden physical side of AI. IEEE's Diane Watkins joins us to discuss how the AI boom is stressing grids built for another era, and consumers may pay the price if action stalls. Host: Christopher McFadden Speakers: Diane Watkins Published: Apr 30, 2026 08:15 AM EDT In this episode, Diane Watkins, Vice President of New Initiatives & Outreach of the IEEE Power and Energy Society, joins us to unpack how AI-driven data centers are straining power grids, and what it will take to keep the lights on. Meet the host. Christopher McFadden. Christopher graduated from Cardiff University in 2004 with a Master's Degree in Geology. Since then, he has worked exclusively within the Built Environment, Occupational Health and Safety, and Environmental Consultancy industries. He is a qualified and accredited Energy Consultant, Green Deal Assessor, and Practitioner member of IEMA. Chris's main interests range from Science and engineering to military and ancient history, as well as politics and Philosophy. Meet the Speakers. Diane Watkins. Vice President of New Initiatives & Outreach of the IEEE Power and Energy Society Diane Watkins is an industry leader in the electric power industry. She serves as the Vice President of New Initiatives & Outreach of the IEEE Power and Energy Society. She is passionate about incorporating technology into decision-making to drive the energy transition. Watkins previously served as Vice President, Capital Programs at LUMA Energy, the power company responsible for electric service in Puerto Rico, where she was responsible for planning and executing large-scale projects to improve the safety and reliability of the electric grid. She was editor of the Substations chapter of the 17th edition of the McGraw-Hill Standard Handbook for Electrical Engineers. She is also a former Chair of the IEEE PES Technical Council and a former Chair of the Substations Committee, where she led the development of industry standards for the reliable construction and operation of electric power substations. Watkins holds a B.S.E. in electrical engineering and an M.B.A, both from Arizona State University. She is a registered Professional Engineer in both the State of Arizona and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

BizSugar
Apr 2nd, 2026
Puerto Rico's energy landscape shifts: rooftop solar systems now represent 20% of capacity mix.

Puerto Rico's energy landscape shifts: rooftop solar systems now represent 20% of capacity mix. April 2, 2026 As small business owners seek sustainable solutions to rising energy costs and reliability concerns, the surge in rooftop solar in Puerto Rico presents a compelling opportunity. With a notable increase in installations, rooftop solar has entered the spotlight as a viable energy source, transforming the landscape for local businesses. By the end of 2025, rooftop solar capacity reached 1,456 megawatts (MW), constituting 20% of Puerto Rico's total energy mix. This rapid growth isn't just a trend; between 2016 and 2025, rooftop solar installations accounted for a remarkable 81% of the new generating capacity in the region. It's now the second-largest source of power, following petroleum liquids. For small business owners, adopting rooftop solar can deliver significant benefits. Given the island's history of electricity outages, investing in solar not only helps secure energy independence but also provides potential cost savings. Businesses are increasingly installing rooftop solar systems - an average of 3,850 new systems were put in place monthly in 2025, bringing the total to nearly 192,000 systems across industries. Battery storage systems, which complement rooftop solar, have also seen substantial growth. By the end of 2025, 171,372 households and businesses were equipped with battery storage systems. These systems provide a collective energy capacity of 2,864 megawatthours, enhancing resilience against power disruptions. Puerto Rico offers favorable net metering policies established in 2007 that allow solar owners to sell excess electricity back to the grid. This program incentivizes investment in solar technologies by allowing businesses to recoup costs by turning idle energy into revenue. In addition, the recent expansion of LUMA's Customer Battery Energy Sharing program enables battery owners to contribute stored energy back to the grid, particularly during anticipated supply shortages. Discover more Business plan templates Business networking events Local marketing courses "These advancements position rooftop solar and battery storage as not only reliable solutions but also as potential revenue sources for small businesses," said Lindsay Aramayo, who contributed to the report detailing these developments. Moreover, thousands of distributed battery systems are becoming part of virtual power plants (VPPs), aggregating local resources to function as a singular energy source. Companies like Sunrun and Tesla partner with LUMA to manage these systems, providing financial compensation to participants for their contributions. This innovative model provides a dual benefit: business owners can leverage solar energy for their operations while contributing to grid stability and receiving financial incentives. However, small business owners must consider potential challenges before making the switch. The initial investment for rooftop solar and battery systems can be significant, requiring careful financial planning and assessment of return on investment. Moreover, ongoing maintenance and potential grid regulations are factors that need attention. It's crucial to evaluate individual business needs and consult with energy experts to tailor the best solution. Discover more Logistics network solutions Small business finance Handmade business toolkit The growing momentum of rooftop solar in Puerto Rico reflects broader trends in sustainable energy solutions, signaling a shift that small businesses should not overlook. With the right approach, adopting renewable energy technologies can not only enhance resilience but also provide a competitive edge in today's energy landscape. For more detailed information, the original report can be accessed here. Small business owners are encouraged to explore these energy solutions and assess how integrating renewable resources could benefit their operations in the long term. Sarah Lewis is a small business news journalist and writer dedicated to keeping entrepreneurs informed on the latest industry trends, policy changes, and economic developments. With over a decade of experience in business reporting, Sarah has covered breaking news, market insights, and success stories that impact small business owners. Her work has been featured in prominent business publications, delivering timely and actionable information to help entrepreneurs stay ahead. When she's not covering small business news, Sarah enjoys exploring new coffee shops and perfecting her homemade pasta recipes.

Macallan Communications
Sep 29th, 2025
LUMA highlights progress on FEMA-funded grid projects in Puerto Rico

LUMA Energy is pointing to significant progress in modernizing Puerto Rico's electric grid through federally funded projects, even as the company continues to face bureaucratic delays and financial hurdles, according to its top executive.