Power Systems Automation Engineer
Power Systems Automation Engineer
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Job Description
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is focused on making electric power safer more reliable and more economical.
SEL manufactures intelligent electronic devices (IED) Remote Terminal Units (RTU) and logic controllers that provide state-of-the-art monitoring communication and protection of power systems in multiple industries.
SEL Engineering Services (SEL ES) is the sector of SEL that creates solutions to target applications of SEL equipment for worldwide customers. The SEL ES engineering team designs develops tests and commissions projects to meet our customers requirements. Applications include but are not limited to:
Utilities Generation Transmission and Distribution
Industrial Plants and Universities Substation and Switchgear
Renewables Wind Solar and BESS
SEL ES - Automation projects focus on data collection of system IEDs logic controls and the presentation of data for the customer to monitor and control their power system.
Utilizing real-time logic controllers and communication equipment the SEL ES Automation engineer owns the planning design development testing and commissioning of the project. Projects often include but are not limited to:
Communication network equipment
Configuration of real-time controllers to serve as RTUs.
Human Machine Interface (HMI) or server to an upstream SCADA client.
Configuration of real-time controllers to perform custom logic such as automatic system fault location isolation and restoration.
Configuration of workstations for power system analytic software
Position:
Project Engineer - Automation
Position Experience Requirement:
Minimum of 5 years
Past work history or equivalency to meet position description and skill requirements
Position Description :
Working alongside Project Managers Technical Leads and Engineers from other focus areas
Technical leading to assist Project Managers and Salesforce in planning applications for customers
Joins customer meetings to provide SEL equipment expertise and recommendations for future and active projects
Defines and oversees the execution of multiple objectives with minimal guidance and general high-level direction
Research of SEL equipment third-party equipment and solutions
Branching into OT network solutions (Layer 1 Layer 2 Architecture and Applications Data Flow)
Research of emerging technologies and trends within and beyond their focus area.
Mentors their project team and teaches others in their disciplines.
Reviews and certifies deliverables for quality standards prior to customer submittal
Automation Design Specifications and drawings
Product configurations
Factory testing and procedures
Field safety preparations and commissioning procedures
Service reports
Technical lead of the project engineering team that will define deliverables schedule and project execution from design through commissioning.
Position skill requirements:
Understanding of project engineering scope in relation to project budget (labor and equipment)
Ownership of schedule and a self-starter for research
Professional communication skills to be the direct technical contact for customers and colleagues.
Designing of control logic schemes and network configurations
Ability to analyze electrical one-line drawings DC/AC Schematics and Bill of Materials
Experience with ethernet networking and serial communications
Experience with industry standard communication protocols (IEC-61850 DNP Modbus etc.)
Experience with server/client SCADAapplications
Experience with design/development suite of HMI applications
Willing to travel at least 50%of the time domestically and abroad
Additions skills but not requirements:
Experience with phase I/O style project management
Experience with SELproduct configurations
Experience with IEC-61131 programming
Experience with Python programming
Experience with VTSCADA
Experience with Ignition
Experience with IT/OT Network design
Experience with IT/OT Network troubleshooting (Wireshark)
Substation safety training
Location Information
This position is located in Charlotte NC a vibrant and bustling metropolis located in the heart of North Carolina. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States it seamlessly blends its rich history with a modern and dynamic atmosphere. With an eclectic culinary scene charming neighborhoods and a warm southern hospitality Charlotte exudes a unique charm that captivates residents and visitors alike.
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
Were 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
We offer top tier medical prescription dental vision life and disability insurance.
We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days 9 paid sick days and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses apprenticeships tuition assistance and engineering development programs.
Ask our team about other benefits including wellness fertility adoption and flexible spending benefits.
Salary Information
$90000 - 15000 per year. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay ranges are determined by job responsibility and location. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience training knowledge and skills.
Communication with Applicants
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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
Employment Type
Full-Time
