Electrical Field Engineer (SCADA)

Job Description

As a mid-level Electrical Field Engineer (SCADA) in the Field Services group, you will be responsible for performing Engineering Field Services with a SCADA focus as well as assisting with Engineering Design and Analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer in a manner that provides the client with quality service that is on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Performs equipment, control system, communications, troubleshooting, relay testing, start-up, and commissioning services
• Assist in 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
• Set, test, wire, and install relaying and control systems, specifically SEL equipment.
• Installation, program, and tests communications, SCADA, and PLC systems, primarily SEL RTACs NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc. 2
• Produce configuration files associated with IEC61850 (GOOSE), DNP3, or other SCADA protocols
• 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
• Prepares field testing, troubleshooting, investigation, and construction progress reports
• Maintains a thorough understanding and applications of applicable Codes and Standards
• Maintains strong and responsive Company-Client relationships
• Maintains high ethical and professional standards
• Expected to work additional time beyond 40 hours/week as required to complete projects, proposals and/or administrative functions
• Attend conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work
• Attend safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
• Experience: 1 – 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
• 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
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and power system software such as EasyPower, ETAP or SKM (preferred)
• Experience with Omicron test equipment preferred (preferred)
• Relay / SCADA panel wiring experience in a substation environment (preferred)

Disclaimer

Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match