Power System Controls Engineer

Job Summary

Responsibilities

• Interpret project write-ups, customer specifications, drawings and correspondence
• Develop detailed electrical designs for low & medium voltage switchgear & controls for systems that control multiple generators and parallel to one or more utility sources
• Research & create Bill of Material
• Create AC and DC schematics, component layouts, wiring diagrams, and one-line diagrams for project submittals, construction drawings and As-built's
• Cook up coordination with purchasing and suppliers to specify & approve component parts and assemblies
• Design and implement power system control schemes including switchgear transfer control, load management control, generator control, microgrid control and SCADA system development
• Create or modify PLC programs for control of generator paralleling switchgear
• Modify template HMI programs to coincide with project-specific PLC programs
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, NFPA, NEC, and UL
• Provide Engineering/Technical support to manufacturing, test and product support
• Complete design reviews to check accuracy and completeness of designs
• Research and learn what new technology is available & applicable for projects

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related field is preferred; 5+ years’ experience with programming Industrial controls, PLC’s, HMI’s and Industrial communication protocols; Formalized training and/or education in Industrial Automation, Engineering, Computer Science, or MIS
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of low and medium voltage power systems design including grounding schemes; Knowledge of design of switchgear, ATS and generator systems, development of control system sequence of operations, installation plans and test plans; Ability to read schematics and blueprints for power control and automation at a Power Systems level; Experience creating drawings in AutoCad or AutoCad Electrical; Knowledge of multiple PLC platforms, (Rockwell/Allen Bradley, Modicon/Schneider Electric, Siemens, GE), HMI Software (Rockwell, Siemens, GE, Wonderware) and communication protocols such as Modbus and Canbus is required; Knowledge of electrical codes is essential; Knowledge of generator synchronization systems and support controls required; Knowledge of UL891, UL1558, UL Medium Voltage & UL508A would be a plus; Experience in dealing with multiple disciplines such as contractors, consultants, engineers, end users, etc.; Highly customer centric and a strong team player with a sense of urgency; Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work effectively within cross functional teams; Attention to detail, efficient time-management and effective planning skills with the ability to quickly adapt to multiple and often changing schedules and priorities in a deadline driven environment