Job description

The ideal candidate for this position will have experience providing a wide range of professional smart grid engineering services to electric power system clients. Key skills: SCADA, AMI, and other utility operational technologies, communication systems design, and distributed generation knowledge. Engagements may include distribution or transmission utilities, commercial or industrial facilities, data centers, and power plants both conventional and renewable.

If you like the idea of working in an employee-owned consulting firm that has a 70+ year reputation for integrity, client care, and quality services, and can “think and operate like an owner” this is the job for you and we want you. We invest in our people through training and employee development and by fostering a culture of innovation, caring and collaboration. We are also committed to an unwavering delivery of high-quality services and results for our clients and reward those who delight our clients. We are a team that focuses on providing excellent customer service with a “can do” attitude and thrives on finding innovative ways to work both safer and more efficient.

Key Responsibilities

· Complete complex design, documentation, and commissioning tasks on a defined time schedule, oftentimes as part of a larger construction project, safely, and in collaboration with other engineers, technicians, and client personnel

· Assess, design, document, troubleshoot, configure, test, and commission all parts of a communication system which may include:

o Wired, wireless, and fiber optic equipment

o TCP/IP/Ethernet networking

o Cyber security requirements

o Power system equipment such as microprocessor-based relays, automated switches/breakers, remote terminal units (RTUs), data concentrators (DCs), uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs), and programmable logic controllers (PLCs)

· Prepare or evaluate tag/points lists of data to be transferred between control centers and controlled apparatus; assign and program data addressing and routing information

· Develop and implement logic and control schemes on various platforms for remote and local operation of power system equipment

· Travel to project sites to gather design information; make assessments of existing systems; provide technical advice; troubleshoot issues; and test/commission control schemes and systems

· Create, organize, and maintain clear, concise engineering documentation including design drawings, system diagrams, tag/point lists, bills of material, assessment and evaluation notes, vendor specifications, and requests for quotation/proposal

· Create comprehensive and complete technical reports at key points in a project

· Assist with proposals by making time and travel estimates for a given general scope of work

· Stay current on industry trends and best practices; independently investigate and learn about new software, equipment, and communication protocols

· Maintain and improve client relationships

Attributes of a Successful Candidate

· Integrity – both to the P&D/HPD way of doing business and as a professional engineer

· Knowledge – utility communication systems, automation, and electrical engineering

· Initiative, self-sufficiency, and a strong desire to learn new technologies and solutions

· Willingness to travel and work at non-standard times as necessary for the client or project

· Ability to communicate effectively and honestly, both written and verbal, to clients and colleagues

· Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems using applicable test equipment and best practices

· Attention to safety and the welfare of co-workers and clients

Selection Criteria

Essential

· B.S. in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program

· Minimum five years of experience on utility smart grid projects as well as the ability to communicate the overall system and your involvement

· Knowledge about engineering design methods, communication technologies, and electric utility operational systems

· The ability and willingness to travel approximately 50% annually

· The ability and willingness to work extended hours to meet project deadlines

· Must have insured vehicle and be legally eligible to drive in the U.S.

· Commitment to comply with company and job site safety policies

· Must submit to background checks as a condition of employment; others may be required per specific client requirements

Desirable

· Professional Engineer (P.E.) or EIT certified (passed FE Exam) with the intent to pursue P.E. license

· Structured programming skills in high level computer and/or PLC languages

· Continuing education courses on communication systems, networking, advanced programming, computer/microcontrollers, power systems, security, protective relaying, HMI design

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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