[Hiring] SCADA & Automation Engineer @NEI Electric Power Engineering

Role Description

As a mid-level SCADA & Automation Engineer in the Data Center group, you will be responsible for engineering design, performing field work and analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer in a manner that provides the client with a quality deliverable that is on time and within budget.

• Set, test, wire, and install relaying and control systems, specifically SEL equipment.
• Program, installation, and testing of SCADA and PLC systems, primarily SELRTACs.
• Produce configuration files associated with IEC61850 (GOOSE), DNP3, or other SCADA protocols.
• Prepare a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including specifications, RFIs, studies.
• Perform detailed design of all aspects of electrical power systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, general arrangement, selection of equipment, writing of equipment specifications.
• Perform SCADA and relay field testing and commissioning services.
• Provide field assistance and troubleshooting for SCADA systems such as SEL RTAC, Ignition, or PLCs.
• Checking the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required.
• Understanding and experience with applicable Codes and Standards such as NEC, NESC, and PRC.
• Mobilize and perform field assignments to commission, inspect, or troubleshoot substation control systems.
• Experience with grid connected or islanded microgrid control operation is a plus (generator controls, load balancing schemes, etc.).
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred.
• Experience: 2 – 5 years of relevant engineering or field experience.
• Licensure: FE is preferred.
• Knowledge and familiarity with medium and high voltage power systems, with strong knowledge in SCADA.
• SEL equipment installation and configuration, RTAC experience is a plus.
• Experience with configuring, testing, and commissioning IEC61850, DNP3, MODBUS, and/or other SCADA protocols.
• Experience creating Network Architecture Diagrams.
• Experience with substation or data center medium voltage equipment is a plus.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Previous interactions with clients, customers, contractors and others.
• Ability to travel periodically for weeks across states for field work as needed.
• Possesses effective written and oral communications skills.
• Good interpersonal and people skills.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Requirements

• Work is performed in an office setting and some field work is also required.
• Typical travel: 15 – 25%.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Team Member is responsible for managing their own work schedule with input from their supervisor and completing assigned tasks.
• Team Member should identify discrepancies in assigned work and bring to attention of supervisor or engineer responsible for the project in a timely manner.
• Team Member’s work product should be self-checked in a manner that is suitable for review by the supervisor or engineer responsible for the project.

Benefits

• 100% Employer paid team member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability.
• Voluntary Life Insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting.
• Annual & discretionary bonus programs.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Employer paid licensure (FE/PE), certifications, seminars, & conferences.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eight (8) paid holidays including a floating holiday to use at your discretion.
• Annual Team Building.
• Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility.
• Career development, training, and coaching opportunities.
• Pet insurance.