Description
Job Summary:
The primary duties of a SCADA Engineer are to provide engineering services for the design and implementation of PowerSecure SCADA systems. These engineering activities are to provide professional SCADA and Control System engineering services associated with the design of the low and medium voltage distributed energy resources (DERs). This will be based on customer or internally provided plans and specifications that will be submitted and then released for implementation in accordance with engineering procedures and standards.
Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills):
+ Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field from an accredited university. 8+ years of relevant experience may be acceptable in lieu of educational requirements.
+ Minimum of 6 years of experience in an industrial engineering or power distribution engineering environment.
+ Experience with 2-D AutoCAD software.
+ Proficient with industrial automation communication protocols such as PROFINET, ModBus, DNP3, CAN, and Ethernet.
+ Proficient with industrial automation software packages such as Crimson 3, Proficy Machine Edition, Ignition, TIA Portal, or other related packages .
+ Fundamental understanding of networks.
+ Strong analytical, communication and organizational skills with a desire for continuous improvement.
+ Demonstrated knowledge of structured programming communications and various protocols.
+ A thorough understanding of the NEC.
+ Ability to travel up to 15% of time.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
+ Coordinate and communicate with other engineering groups as well as sales, marketing, and operations.
+ Review construction drawings to ensure their accuracy.
+ Design, document, implement and maintain SCADA systems and components for the PowerSecure offerings.
+ Review specifications to verify SCADA design can operate as intended including verifying conduit paths, communication medium and shown devices.
+ Create Communication Diagram for project using SCADA standards.
+ Attend and be an active member engineering team kick off meeting. Present Communication Diagram if available. If not, available preliminary version should be created in one week.
+ Verify appropriate communication components are on Bill of Materials (BOM) for the project.
+ Ensure schedules and milestone dates are achieved via our ERP system.
+ Provide technical advice relating to SCADA and control systems.
+ Create programming files for the various control and communication devices associated with the SCADA system using SCADA design templates.
+ Create monitoring documentation using templates and following the delivery process to monitoring.
+ Provide coordination and documentation for other PowerSecure design teams.
+ Resolve any outstanding questions or issues for the SCADA design.
+ Provide technical support as needed during working and non-working hours.
+ Support design standardization efforts internal SCADA Engineering and with other groups.
+ Evaluate new communication components or protocols before install on project.
+ Support Test when issues arise in the factory.
+ Troubleshoot site issues alongside commissioning team as they arise.
+ Communicate clearly to Engineering Manager when issues arise or when ideas arise for continuous improvement.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
+ While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to work in front of screens for extended periods.
+ Work environment includes ambient room temperatures, well-lit work areas and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment. Office environment with shared spaces. Occasional Manufacturing and site visits may be required.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.
About Us
PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, is a leading provider of innovative energy solutions to electric utilities and their industrial, institutional, and commercial customers.
We invest in high-value and cost-effective benefits for our employees. Our benefits package includes:
+ Medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage
+ Competitive pay and a matching 401 (k) plan
+ Vacation, Company Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO- personal and sick days)
+ Flexible spending accounts/Health savings account
+ Wellness Incentive Programs
+ Employee Referral Program
+ Tuition Reimbursement
PowerSecure is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This position is not open to third party recruiters.
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