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    Power System Automation Engineer - Houston, United States - Powell Industries

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    We are currently seeking a motivated individual to be a part of our growing Powell Automation Division (PAD). This exciting position allows the ability to not only grow professionally but also fuel the future presence of PAD in the automation space As a member of PAD you will work and collaborate with diverse professionals to apply innovative and creative solutions to solve problems for our clients. Key responsibilities include engineering, testing, maintaining and supporting automation solutions as well as intelligent products in MV/LV switchgear applications.

    Posted position does not provide visa sponsorship or relocation.

    Reports to

    Engineering Manager of PAD

    AS A PAD AUTOMATION ENGINEER YOU WILL:
    • Become proficient in PAD solutions and offerings
    • Review and interpret client specifications to produce project Functional Design, drawings and test documentation in accordance with the project requirements and Powell standard procedures.
    • Develop relay configuration files using various manufactures such as SEL, GE, Siemens and Beckwith.
    • Design and configure SCADA systems using WonderWare InTouch, Allen Bradley Factory Talk, Copa-Data Zenon, Siemens WinCC, and/or SEL RTAC AcSELerator Diagram Builder
    • Use common industrial communication protocols such as Modbus (RTU and TCP/IP), IEC61850, DNP 3.0, etc.
    • Develop PLC based electrical system monitoring and controls solutions.
    • Participate in and develop documentation for factory and on-site acceptance testing (FAT and SAT respectively), as well as perform start-up and commissioning activities as required
    • Ensure that the company's Health, Safety & Environmental policies and procedures are constantly adhered to all aspects of Site Services.
    • Provide technical guidance to internal and external stakeholders, including after sales support.
    Qualifications
    • BS in a technical discipline, preferably an Electrical Engineer, from an accredited institution with a minimum of six (6) + years of relevant work experience, or a minimum of (10) plus years of relevant industry working experience is required
    • Expertise and experience in at least one of the following is required:
      • Automation and Control systems
      • Protective Relay programming and commissioning
      • PLC applications for Switchgear
    • Experience developing, integrating, installing, and commissioning industrial control systems using PLC and HMI solutions.
    • Experience with PLC logic programming and HMI programming. Experience with Rockwell, Schneider, Siemens, and ABB software a plus
    • Experience with common industrial protocols such as Modbus (RTU and TCP/IP), IEC61850, DNP3, Profibus, etc.
    • Knowledge of 3 phase power is required
    • Experience configuring, testing, and commissioning relays. Experience with SEL, GE, and Siemens microprocessor relays is plus.
    • Excellent customer relation, verbal, and written communication skills
    • Strong analytical and trouble shooting skills
    • Able to work effectively in a team setting or independently, able to adapt to change, self-starter, innovative, and willing to make a difference
    • Able to mentor less experienced engineers
    • Willingness to travel locally at least 25%
    • Must have reliable transportation
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    About Us

    In our 70+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated and assembled to customer specifications

    Powered by Innovation - Powell's culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story, and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all of our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.

    We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability

    If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.


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