SCADA Engineer - Technical Director
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We need to decide what goes where.
About the role: likely the introductory paragraph describing role, impact, etc. Could combine "This Opportunity" etc. We'll put a paragraph summarizing role.
Responsibilities: list of tasks: lead projects, maintain client relationships, provide technical support, design, engineering, commissioning, specification, design, concept development, commissioning of transmission and distribution substations, etc. Also leadership tasks: coordinate, review and approve electrical infrastructure design plans, ensure data integrity, compliance. Data acquisition tasks: prepare points lists, assign and program data addressing, develop HMI screens, travel to test and commission. Networking tasks: design and configure network and communication paths for RTUs, etc. Communications tasks: specify and design communication networks, develop specs for fiber optic, microwave, power line carrier, or radio, travel to troubleshoot and commission. Working knowledge of standards. Applicable protocols: DNP, Modbus, IEC 61850. Logic and control platforms: SEL RTAC, NovaTech Orion, Eaton SMP. Software: Wonderware, AcSELerator RTAC, NovaTech NCD/Inkscape. IEC 61850 System Configuration Tool experience a plus. Familiarity with SCADA/EMS/ADMS software a plus. Logic and control systems: develop, document, implement logic and control schemes for remote and local operation, develop programs on various platforms, travel to test and commission. Also exercise ethical decision-making, adhere to code, perform additional responsibilities.
We can break responsibilities into bullet list.
Requirements: maybe "Required Qualifications" section. But we have separate Requirements and Qualifications headings. The instructions: Use headings for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we need to separate Requirements and Qualifications. Typically Requirements could be mandatory qualifications (Bachelor's degree, 12+ years experience, advanced proficiency, etc). Qualifications could be preferred qualifications (Master's, PE, etc). Skills could be technical skills list (protocols, platforms, software). But we already have many technical details; we could put them under Skills. However we must not duplicate content. We need to preserve all substantive info. So we need to decide where each piece goes.
Let's map:
- About the role: introductory paragraph about WSP, role, impact.
- Responsibilities: bullet list of duties/tasks (lead projects, technical support, design, etc). Could include leadership, data acquisition, networking, communications, logic and control, ethical decision-making, etc.
- Requirements: mandatory qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience). 12+ years relevant post-education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for SCADA projects in power generation, transmission, distribution at an electrical utility or commercial scale. Advanced proficiency with electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, standard of care, application to permitting and project work-related issues. Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC. Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels. Tactical lateral thinking and strong analytical skills with attention to detail and prioritization of responsibilities in a pressure work environment. Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change. Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements. Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Qualifications: preferred qualifications: Master’s Degree in Engineering. Strong experience in managing the review and approval of documents and discipline-specific deliverables, certifications, processes, and plans in a multi-project environment is highly desirable. Professional Engineering (PE) multi-state preferred. Preference will be given to applicants with a proven history of completing similar projects in a consulting environment. Preference also given to applicants with experience in mentoring others and in providing technical and commercial leadership in customer-focused engineering projects. Preference also given to applicants with experience in customer focused engineering projects in the technical areas above.
- Skills: technical skills list: Applicable network and communication protocols: DNP, Modbus, IEC 61850 specified protocols. Experience with legacy SCADA protocols a plus. Applicable Logic and Control Platforms: SEL RTAC, NovaTech Orion, Eaton SMP. Applicable Software: Wonderware, AcSELerator RTAC, NovaTech NCD/Inkscape. IEC 61850 System Configuration Tool experience a plus. Familiarity with SCADA/EMS/ADMS software a plus. Logic and Control Systems: Develop, document, and implement logic and control schemes for remote and local operation of power system equipment, including microgrids, Volt/Var Control, load shedding, and other custom control applications. Develop programs on various platforms to implement these schemes and travel to project sites to test and commission control strategies. Also maybe include knowledge of IEEE, IEC, ANSI, CIGRE, NERC standards.
But note that some of these appear also in responsibilities. To avoid duplication, we could keep responsibilities focused on duties/tasks, and skills focused on technical competencies. However the instructions say preserve ALL substantive information; we can duplicate if needed? It says do NOT invent or summarize away detail. Duplication is not prohibited but might be redundant. Better to split: responsibilities include tasks like "Provides technical support and leadership in design, engineering, and commissioning..." etc. Skills include specific protocols, platforms, software, standards.
We'll need to ensure we don't miss any piece.
Let's extract all substantive sentences from the posting.
Original text:
"Job Description This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a SCADA Engineer – Technical Director for our Boise ID office. Candidates for our offices in Clarkston, WA; Portland, OR; San Diego, CA; Denver, CO; Salt Lake City, UT; and Ft Lauderdale, FL will also be considered.Be involved in projects with our Electrical Studies, SCADA, and Protection (ESSP) team and be a part of a growing organization that helps our clients meet their objectives and solve complex challenges. WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management, anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world, and we need your help. The successful applicant will lead assigned projects while maintaining and strengthening client relationships. This role requires strong technical expertise, project leadership, and the ability to mentor team members. Projects will primarily support utility SCADA, communications, and control systems for transmission and distribution substations, generation facilities, and utility control centers, including conventional and renewable energy systems. This role requires experience supporting proposals, building client relationships, and identifying new business opportunities. The ideal candidate can work independently, communicate complex technical issues to diverse audiences, and effectively manage project priorities. Your Impact Candidates for this role will have familiarity, experience, or expertise with some of the items listed below. While expertise in every listed technology is not expected, successful candidates must demonstrate substantial experience in electrical utility SCADA engineering, including communications, RTU integration, and utility control systems. A willingness to learn in areas where you do not have experience and to teach others in areas where you do have experience is essential to being successful on our team. Provides technical support and leadership in design, engineering, and commissioning of utility, industrial, and commercial scale SCADA projects in the public and private sector. Tasks include specification, design, concept development, and commissioning of transmission and distribution substations, power distribution, power regulation, renewable energy, as well as protection and control systems for a wide variety of clients. Provides guidance to project managers and engineers that address current and future project challenges. Provides a level of project quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.Leadership: Coordinate, review and approve electrical infrastructure design plans for mid-level and complex projects, ensuring data integrity and work is compliant with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.Data Acquisition: Prepare points lists of all data to be transferred between control centers and controlled apparatus, assign and program data addressing and routing information, develop Human Machine Interface (HMI) screens, travel to project sites to test and commission data transfer schemes.Networking: Design and configure network and communication paths for Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), Data Concentrators, Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs), Human Machine Interface (HMIs), and other SCADA system equipment inside the substation or facility.Communications: Specify and design communication networks with a focus on data security and reliability. Develop specifications for fiber optic, microwave, power line carrier, or radio communication systems; travel occasionally to project sites to troubleshoot and commission network and communication systems.Working knowledge or awareness of applicable industry SCADA practices outlined in IEEE, IEC, ANSI, CIGRE, or NERC standards and regulations for design work. Applicable network and communication protocols:DNP, Modbus, and IEC 61850 specified protocols Experience with legacy SCADA protocols a plusApplicable Logic and Control Platforms:SEL RTAC, NovaTech Orion, Eaton SMP Applicable Software:Wonderware, AcSELerator RTAC, NovaTech NCD/InkscapeIEC 61850 System Configuration Tool experience a plusFamiliarity with SCADA/EMS/ADMS software a plusLogic and Control Systems: Develop, document, and implement logic and control schemes for remote and local operation of power system equipment, including microgrids, Volt/Var Control, load shedding, and other custom control applications. Develop programs on various platforms to implement these schemes and travel to project sites to test and commission control strategies.Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Who You Are Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).12+ years of relevant post-education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for SCADA projects in power generation, transmission, and distribution at an electrical utility or commercial scale.Advanced proficiency with electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, standard of care, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues. Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC. Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization. Tactical lateral thinking and strong analytical skills with attention to detail and prioritization of responsibilities in a pressure work environment.
for prose. We need to decide what goes where. About the role: likely the introductory paragraph describing role, impact, etc. Could combine "This Opportunity" etc. We'll put a paragraph summarizing role. Responsibilities: list of tasks: lead projects, maintain client relationships, provide technical support, design, engineering, commissioning, specification, design, concept development, commissioning of transmission and distribution substations, etc. Also leadership tasks: coordinate, review and approve electrical infrastructure design plans, ensure data integrity, compliance. Data acquisition tasks: prepare points lists, assign and program data addressing, develop HMI screens, travel to test and commission. Networking tasks: design and configure network and communication paths for RTUs, etc. Communications tasks: specify and design communication networks, develop specs for fiber optic, microwave, power line carrier, or radio, travel to troubleshoot and commission. Working knowledge of standards. Applicable protocols: DNP, Modbus, IEC 61850. Logic and control platforms: SEL RTAC, NovaTech Orion, Eaton SMP. Software: Wonderware, AcSELerator RTAC, NovaTech NCD/Inkscape. IEC 61850 System Configuration Tool experience a plus. Familiarity with SCADA/EMS/ADMS software a plus. Logic and control systems: develop, document, implement logic and control schemes for remote and local operation, develop programs on various platforms, travel to test and commission. Also exercise ethical decision-making, adhere to code, perform additional responsibilities. We can break responsibilities into bullet list. Requirements: maybe "Required Qualifications" section. But we have separate Requirements and Qualifications headings. The instructions: Use headings for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we need to separate Requirements and Qualifications. Typically Requirements could be mandatory qualifications (Bachelor's degree, 12+ years experience, advanced proficiency, etc). Qualifications could be preferred qualifications (Master's, PE, etc). Skills could be technical skills list (protocols, platforms, software). But we already have many technical details; we could put them under Skills. However we must not duplicate content. We need to preserve all substantive info. So we need to decide where each piece goes. Let's map: - About the role: introductory paragraph about WSP, role, impact. - Responsibilities: bullet list of duties/tasks (lead projects, technical support, design, etc). Could include leadership, data acquisition, networking, communications, logic and control, ethical decision-making, etc. - Requirements: mandatory qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience). 12+ years relevant post-education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for SCADA projects in power generation, transmission, distribution at an electrical utility or commercial scale. Advanced proficiency with electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, standard of care, application to permitting and project work-related issues. Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC. Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels. Tactical lateral thinking and strong analytical skills with attention to detail and prioritization of responsibilities in a pressure work environment. Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change. Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements. Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. - Qualifications: preferred qualifications: Master’s Degree in Engineering. Strong experience in managing the review and approval of documents and discipline-specific deliverables, certifications, processes, and plans in a multi-project environment is highly desirable. Professional Engineering (PE) multi-state preferred. Preference will be given to applicants with a proven history of completing similar projects in a consulting environment. Preference also given to applicants with experience in mentoring others and in providing technical and commercial leadership in customer-focused engineering projects. Preference also given to applicants with experience in customer focused engineering projects in the technical areas above. - Skills: technical skills list: Applicable network and communication protocols: DNP, Modbus, IEC 61850 specified protocols. Experience with legacy SCADA protocols a plus. Applicable Logic and Control Platforms: SEL RTAC, NovaTech Orion, Eaton SMP. Applicable Software: Wonderware, AcSELerator RTAC, NovaTech NCD/Inkscape. IEC 61850 System Configuration Tool experience a plus. Familiarity with SCADA/EMS/ADMS software a plus. Logic and Control Systems: Develop, document, and implement logic and control schemes for remote and local operation of power system equipment, including microgrids, Volt/Var Control, load shedding, and other custom control applications. Develop programs on various platforms to implement these schemes and travel to project sites to test and commission control strategies. Also maybe include knowledge of IEEE, IEC, ANSI, CIGRE, NERC standards. But note that some of these appear also in responsibilities. To avoid duplication, we could keep responsibilities focused on duties/tasks, and skills focused on technical competencies. However the instructions say preserve ALL substantive information; we can duplicate if needed? It says do NOT invent or summarize away detail. Duplication is not prohibited but might be redundant. Better to split: responsibilities include tasks like "Provides technical support and leadership in design, engineering, and commissioning..." etc. Skills include specific protocols, platforms, software, standards. We'll need to ensure we don't miss any piece. Let's extract all substantive sentences from the posting. Original text: "Job Description This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a SCADA Engineer – Technical Director for our Boise ID office. Candidates for our offices in Clarkston, WA; Portland, OR; San Diego, CA; Denver, CO; Salt Lake City, UT; and Ft Lauderdale, FL will also be considered.Be involved in projects with our Electrical Studies, SCADA, and Protection (ESSP) team and be a part of a growing organization that helps our clients meet their objectives and solve complex challenges. WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management, anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world, and we need your help. The successful applicant will lead assigned projects while maintaining and strengthening client relationships. This role requires strong technical expertise, project leadership, and the ability to mentor team members. Projects will primarily support utility SCADA, communications, and control systems for transmission and distribution substations, generation facilities, and utility control centers, including conventional and renewable energy systems. This role requires experience supporting proposals, building client relationships, and identifying new business opportunities. The ideal candidate can work independently, communicate complex technical issues to diverse audiences, and effectively manage project priorities. Your Impact Candidates for this role will have familiarity, experience, or expertise with some of the items listed below. While expertise in every listed technology is not expected, successful candidates must demonstrate substantial experience in electrical utility SCADA engineering, including communications, RTU integration, and utility control systems. A willingness to learn in areas where you do not have experience and to teach others in areas where you do have experience is essential to being successful on our team. Provides technical support and leadership in design, engineering, and commissioning of utility, industrial, and commercial scale SCADA projects in the public and private sector. Tasks include specification, design, concept development, and commissioning of transmission and distribution substations, power distribution, power regulation, renewable energy, as well as protection and control systems for a wide variety of clients. Provides guidance to project managers and engineers that address current and future project challenges. Provides a level of project quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.Leadership: Coordinate, review and approve electrical infrastructure design plans for mid-level and complex projects, ensuring data integrity and work is compliant with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.Data Acquisition: Prepare points lists of all data to be transferred between control centers and controlled apparatus, assign and program data addressing and routing information, develop Human Machine Interface (HMI) screens, travel to project sites to test and commission data transfer schemes.Networking: Design and configure network and communication paths for Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), Data Concentrators, Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs), Human Machine Interface (HMIs), and other SCADA system equipment inside the substation or facility.Communications: Specify and design communication networks with a focus on data security and reliability. Develop specifications for fiber optic, microwave, power line carrier, or radio communication systems; travel occasionally to project sites to troubleshoot and commission network and communication systems.Working knowledge or awareness of applicable industry SCADA practices outlined in IEEE, IEC, ANSI, CIGRE, or NERC standards and regulations for design work. Applicable network and communication protocols:DNP, Modbus, and IEC 61850 specified protocols Experience with legacy SCADA protocols a plusApplicable Logic and Control Platforms:SEL RTAC, NovaTech Orion, Eaton SMP Applicable Software:Wonderware, AcSELerator RTAC, NovaTech NCD/InkscapeIEC 61850 System Configuration Tool experience a plusFamiliarity with SCADA/EMS/ADMS software a plusLogic and Control Systems: Develop, document, and implement logic and control schemes for remote and local operation of power system equipment, including microgrids, Volt/Var Control, load shedding, and other custom control applications. Develop programs on various platforms to implement these schemes and travel to project sites to test and commission control strategies.Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Who You Are Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).12+ years of relevant post-education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for SCADA projects in power generation, transmission, and distribution at an electrical utility or commercial scale.Advanced proficiency with electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, standard of care, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues. Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC. Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization. Tactical lateral thinking and strong analytical skills with attention to detail and prioritization of responsibilities in a pressure work environment.