SCADA & Automation Engineer 2 - Grid

About the role

Design, Program, And Integrate SCADA Systems For Utility, Industrial, And Renewable Clients.

Responsibilities

• Engage in fast-paced client projects to plan, engineer, & design SCADA and communications systems.
• Develop communication block diagrams, panel layout/bill of material drawings, SCADA AC & DC schematics, fiber detail drawings, & network drawings.
• Provide reviews/design input of P&C drawings for SCADA system requirements.
• Develop points lists for data transferred between RTUs, IEDs, and other SCADA systems.
• Develop configurations for Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) - (SEL RTAC, Novatech Orion, and GE platforms, etc.)
• Develop configurations for programmable automation controllers (PACs) – (SEL-2440/2411, etc.)
• Program Human Machine Interface (HMI) applications (SEL Diagram Builder, Inkscape, Wonderware, etc.)
• Cookordinate with relay settings engineers to develop/review communication port settings for protection relays, meters, & other IEDs.
• Develop network device configurations for switches, routers, & firewalls. (Cisco, Siemens Ruggedcomm, SEL, etc.)
• Perform troubleshooting of SCADA system network & communication systems (DNP, Modbus, SEL Protocol, IEC 61850, TCP/IP, UDP) remotely and onsite (if required).
• Develop SCADA system and Network documentation for projects.
• Develop automation tools to improve project efficiency (python, etc.)
• Stage, configure & test integrated systems designs, for interoperability & performance consistent with predictive models in our Protection, Automation & Telecommunication Laboratory.
• Ensure strict adherence to NERC standards for Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP).
• Cookordinate and provide guidance to other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure a complete and timely design.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science engineering degree with strong preference in an Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace or Chemical Engineering degree, and/or coursework including Coding, 3D Modeling/Design, and experience using agentic AI.
• 1 or more years of applicable experience in design, configuration, implementation, and troubleshooting of substation SCADA and communication systems or a Master's degree.
• An understanding of the practical application of electrical engineering and technology including applying systems, principles, techniques, and procedures to a project design.
• K nowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models with the ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of a computer.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be bilingual in Spanish and English (read, speak, and write).

Skills

• BSEE, MSEE, or equivalent degree from an ABET accredited engineering program.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training.
• Familiarity in designing or developing AI applications and/or agents.
• Related engineering internship or co-op work experience.
• Familiarity in designing or developing AI applications and/or agents.
• AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Compensation Range

$66,000.00 - $94,810.00

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.