Utilities Electrical Engineer Senior
Job Location:
Charlotte, NC - USA
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Job Summary
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SUMMARY
SALARY:
The salary for this position is $105783.30-$117536.99 Commensurate with Experience.
This position is responsible for performing the design installation integration configuration diagnosis security and commissioning of Industrial Control Systems (ICS) related to water treatment and distribution and wastewater treatment and collection; provides electrical instrumentation and control system expertise; assists in protection of ICS environment and ensures data security and integrity by establishing operational guidelines and controls including security editing validating and restart/recovery controls; collaborates with other departments in the design of database schemas to integrate ICS with other systems database structures; develops and modifies Human Machine Interface (HMI)/ Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Systems including graphics creation Tag Database generation report development computer setup and configuration startup services including field setup and checkout troubleshoot and operator training; create and/or maintain servers data storage equipment network equipment firewalls operating systems and various utility programs; plans organizes administers and maintains the software and associated hardware that operate with the SCADA systems; generates reports; assists operations staff in resolving software and hardware issues; reviews modifies and write code for Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) SCADA and HMI applications for water and wastewater utility systems; performs other work and special projects as required.
Designs programs and commissions SCADA-based automated control systems.
Supports process control improvements by working with stakeholders to identify test and implement improvements.
Provides technical support during the design construction and startup for assigned capital infrastructure projects; participates in capital improvement project meetings; and reviews project design documentation.
Coordinates internal and/or contract electrical and instrumentation staff as needed.
Provides technical/engineering services to troubleshoot and support plant control systems instrumentation motor control equipment power distribution equipment UV systems and SCADA.
Commissions new equipment and assists in training plant operations and maintenance staff.
Participates in capital improvement project meetings; reviews project design documentation.
Develops electrical and control system standards.
Participates in the procurement of goods and services.
Prepares Computer-Aided Design (CAD) electrical drawings and technical documentation according to standards.
Performs administrative duties related to purchasing equipment.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or a related field from an accredited school; masters degree preferred.
Five (5) years of related work experience preferably with experience in position-related software.
Must have a valid Drivers License.
Must obtain and maintain a City Drivers Permit.
Professional Engineer in NC.
Masters degree with three (3) years of related work experience preferably with experience in position-related software.
Three years of experience as a SCADA/ICS Engineer Process Control Engineer Automation Engineer Controls Systems Technician or similarly related duties. Must have extensive PC hardware knowledge with general computer maintenance capabilities.
Systems Integration experience a plus.
Knowledge of Modicon PLCs AutomationDirect PLCs and Ignition software.
Skill in communicating both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work around chemicals solvents and dust in an industrial environment.
Ability to obtain a City driving permit.
The work is medium work and requires applying 30 pounds of force frequently and exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally to move objects. Additionally the following physical abilities are required: balancing climbing crawling crouching feeling manual dexterity grasping handling perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels distinguishing among sounds kneeling lifting mental acuity pulling pushing reaching speaking standing stooping talking visual acuity in data/color/observations/equipment/inspections and walking.
Work is performed part of the time working in an environment where errors on this job can lead to significant physical or mental consequences for self or others. Requires working around chemicals solvents and dust in an industrial environment and responding to emergencies after hours.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an inclusive list of all the responsibilities skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements management reserves the right to modify add or remove duties and assign other duties at any time. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were written out in this job description.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The Citys Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes but is not limited to: reference checks social security verification education verification criminal conviction record check and if applicable a credit history check sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.
Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidates written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.
Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process candidates may be asked to take a skills test and/or participate in other assessments.
The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex national origin marital status age disability sexual orientation political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress appearance or behavior.
Our culture is to serve the community honorably.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.
You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where self-service application kiosks are available. They are located in our office at 700 East 4th Street Suite 200 Charlotte NC 28202. We are open Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (EST) excluding official City holidays.
For questions about your application or the hiring process please email
The City of Charlotte is committed to making our services and programs accessible to all. Upon request auxiliary aids written materials in alternate formats language access and other reasonable accommodations or modifications will be provided. To make a request please fill out the Innovation & Technology ADA request form or call 704.336.4120.
BENEEFITS
The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.
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The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
Required Experience:
IC
