- Responsible for designing and developing electrical systems including: generator controls, switchboards, AC or DC drives, Active Front Ends (AFE), motor control systems, panel boards and other components required for a functioning system according to customer specification.
- Responsible for power system simulations, analysis, and engineering of complex power systems (both microgrid and large utility)
- Experience analyzing harmonics and corrective measures for complex power systems
- Experience specifying, designing, and implementing Active Front End (AFE) systems on multiple generator systems (non-utility feeds)
- Experience analyzing and rationalizing power system quality metrics through theoretical and experimental approaches (does theory match actual system performance - yes or why not?)
- Experience designing, implementing, and commissioning multiple generator systems on an isolated grid
- Provide continued support for projects after completion and field commissioning by phone in the form of troubleshooting or in person onsite when required.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, managing multiple tasks and working on multiple projects simultaneously to meet challenging deadlines.
- Demonstrate clear written and verbal communication skills and ability to promptly give, and follow directions when working with others.
- Safely navigate work sites including regular walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during various weather conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather).
- Proficiently use MS Office Suite to develop presentations, correspondence, reports, and schedules (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.).
- Lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces
- Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl occasionally during visits to field and operational work areas.
- Listen for unusual noises that signify equipment and or machinery problems.
- Stay alert and focused including during occasional extended work periods.
- Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects including overhead machinery.
- Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated times.
- Ability to regularly travel as needed to visit work sites and support business units; may require extended travel to remote locations and/or overnight
- Stay(s) outside normal office area.
- Ability to work on weekends and be on call after hours as needed.
- Degree related to Electrical Engineering or Design
- 5+ years of proven experience with electrical systems and AC / AFE drive systems.
- Experience with standard field bus communications protocols. (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Profinet, CANBUS, OPC UA, etc.).
- Experience with Autocad Electrical.
- 7+ years of proven experience with electrical system design and analysis.
- Master's level electrical engineering degree
- Proven experience with VFD drives and AFE drive systems preferably with GE and Siemens.
- Proven experience with multiple generator power system design, simulations, analysis, commissioning, and field support
- Proven experience with equipment used in the drilling, marine, and mining industries.
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Description
Job DescriptionPowering Your Future
Current Power provides electrical equipment, automation software and field support to drilling and pressure pumping companies within the energy industry.
The Senior Automation / Power Systems Engineer will primarily be responsible for the conception, design, development, and implementation of electrical systems. The candidate should have extensive knowledge of electrical power systems, AC drive technology, Active Front End (AFE) systems, and some PLC programming experience. The candidate should also possess the ability to apply mathematical and engineering principles.
Detailed Description:
Work is primarily in a climate controlled / office environment with minimal safety / health hazard potential. The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk with occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from floor, bending and frequent near vision use for reading and use of computer, telephone and other office equipment. Employee must work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others, including coworkers and third parties, including wearing any required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all designated times. This position may require the employee to work in a shop environment or field based location in all types of weather conditions typical of the area where the job is located, including dust, humidity, sleet, snow, rain, mud, cold, heat, wind, and other inclement weather. Working conditions for this position may involve exposure to varying outdoor conditions, including environmental chemicals, gases, noise, dampness, fumes, radiation and heights.
