Senior Engineer - SCADA

We are seeking a Senior Engineer - SCADA at our corporate office in Albany, NY.

Position Summary:

The position assumes the responsibilities of an engineer performing design of LV, HV, EHV electrical power systems with emphasis on SCADA and automation device design and programming for electrical power substations of transmission and distribution systems. Responsible to lead a team of engineers and drafters for substation SCADA projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Position:

• Practical knowledge and understanding of Engineering/Procurement/Construction types of projects.
• Coordinating project flow and issues between all engineering discipline and project management.
• Providing engineering support to project management, procurement and construction on all stages of projects.
• Coordinate and lead multi-disciplines engineering team to efficiently execute engineering and design of substation/transmission projects.

• Oversight and guidance of other SCADA engineers on the execution of projects
• Read, interpret and translate client/contract specifications into substation SCADA design schemes.

• Creating equipment specifications and supporting procurement of equipment including working with vendors and review of the vendor/contractor-proposed equipment.
• Create, modify and issue designs for project data systems including:
• Communications, I/O and Logic Diagrams.
• Data Point Lists.
• Bill of Materials.
• Write programs, configurations, and settings for components of the project data system including:
• Data gatherers, including SEL RTAC system.
• Protective relays, meters, PLC’s, RTU’s, Annunciators, DFR’s and other IED’s.
• PC and other network adapters, switches, routers, and other networking equipment.
• Complete on-site testing and check-out of component programming and data cabling
• Coordinate design with clients, vendors and subcontractors, including attendance at meetings.
• Assure that all engineering documents and records are properly maintained.
• Coordinate with purchasing and quality control personnel.
• Coordination/guidance of designers/drafters and detailed review/approval of electrical drawings.
• Understanding unique requirements and constraints of multiple types of projects, including engineering-only, EPC, utility, renewable, industrial, commercial, etc.
• Teach and mentor young engineers and/or new employees on SCADA engineering, design, theory and company practices.
• Participate in the development and review of company standards and design tools to optimize design applications.
• Act as Engineer of Record for one or more projects simultaneously

Supervision:

• N/A

Professional Registration:

• Professional Engineering license (one or more US states) preferable, but not required.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering and/or Electrical Power Engineering.
• Educational courses in power systems analysis, electrical machinery, etc.
• Knowledge of NEC, ANSI, NEMA, IEEE and other applicable codes and standards.

Experience & Training Requirements:

• 10+ Years’ Experience in Design of Transmission Level Substations (34.5 – 500 kV) including:
• Transmission Line Protection
• Substation Protection and Control Systems
• Generator, Transformer and Bus Protection Schemes
• Development of station/substation single-line, protection, control and SCADA diagrams including utility and ISO interconnection and operational requirements
• Equipment specifications, designs and layouts including major equipment and protection, control, SCADA, and low-voltage auxiliary systems
• Capacitor Banks and Distribution Feeder Protection
• Demonstrated experience at all interfaces of transmission level projects
• Minimum of 5 years of application experience with SEL, GE, etc. relays.
• Codes and Standards: NEC, NFPA, NESC, OSHA, NERC, RUS, IEEE, ANSI, IEC, Local and Federal Building Codes
• Familiarity with, and review of, substation physical drawings and calculations including general arrangements, clearances, details, conduit, grounding, lightning protection, etc.
• Highly motivated and able to execute tasks from a lead role.
• Good written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to work well with others in a team settings.
• Skilled in engineering theories and principles.
• Skilled in practice of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations.
• Skilled in problem solving in time-sensitive situations

Computer Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in the following software programs:
• Microsoft Word – Intermediate
• Microsoft Excel – Intermediate
• AutoCAD (2015 or later) – Intermediate
• Microsoft Outlook – Intermediate

Travel Requirements:

• Senior SCADA Engineers’ travel level is typically 25%.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift / move equipment up to 15 lbs.

CoVolt Power is an equal opportunity employer. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and 401K.