Engineer III - Controls

About the role

Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been at the forefront of the electric energy market with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania. The Engineer III – Controls will provide timely review and delivery of substation control design drawings for capital and maintenance projects, ensuring adherence to all applicable standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, engineer, design, and create drawings for substation control equipment projects.
• Prepare and review estimates, permits, schedules, construction orders, and procure materials.
• Ensure sound engineering principles are employed in accordance with all applicable codes (NESC, NEC, ANSI, IEEE) and federal, state, and local codes.
• Perform technical studies and calculations, assist with report preparation, and support higher-complexity studies to fulfill department goals and objectives.
• Consult with superiors, peers, and vendors to obtain necessary design and cost information.
• Act as project manager for assigned projects as required, with assistance from more experienced engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-Accredited college or university.
• Three or more years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Professional Engineer Licensure preferred.

Skills

• Experience with substation control engineering drawings, including dc schematics, electromechanical & microprocessor relay schemes, P&C wiring diagrams, and protection single lines.
• Experience with SCADA communications protocols such as DNP 3.0.
• Experience working with electromechanical and microprocessor-based protection and control devices.
• Capable of walking and working within a substation environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Strong technical writing capabilities.
• Ability to collaborate with others.

Physical Requirements

• Work location is a combination of office environment and field work.
• Desk and computer work is required.
• Must be able to drive to various company locations.

Hybrid Work

Position follows a hybrid work model, with a minimum of two days working in the office and the remaining days working remotely. Reporting location and frequency may be subject to change based on job role and department needs.

Storm Roles

All Non-Union Employees will serve in storm roles as appropriate to their role and skillset. Duties can vary across the Company and may include working with operations for service center support or collaborating with communications, customer service, or government affairs teams to respond to public and customer requests for information.

Data Governance

Utilize data to make business decisions as appropriate for the position, support data stewardship activities, and partner with IT on underlying data needs.