Overview
SCADA Engineer - Grid & Renewable Energy at Black & Veatch
Relocation : No
- Hours : Full-Time
- Project : Staff
Black & Veatch is an employee-owned company. Our people are at the center of everything we do, empowered to grow and contribute to sustainable infrastructure and energy solutions.
Responsibilities
Work directly with the project team to generate engineering design documents and deliverables for systems and components related to the substation and renewable energy SCADA systems.Provide oversight and lead engineering work, and teach other engineers fundamental SCADA concepts.Coordinate SCADA project work for timely execution.Provide client's recommended solutions based on standards, best practices and industry trends.Develop control system network architecture diagrams, datalink points list, control narratives, control logic diagrams, protection and control drawings, and procurement specifications for SCADA equipment.Provide remote support to the field construction team for troubleshooting and issue resolution.Perform quality assurance checks, man-hour estimates, factory acceptance testing, cyber security auditing, and commissioning support at sites or remotely.Develop standards and specify equipment part numbers for project work and for project proposals.Preferred Qualifications
Substation and renewable energy (wind, solar, battery energy storage) experience preferredExperience with IEC 61850, Modbus, OPC UA, and other control system protocols over TCP / IP or serialExperience with VMware, FactoryTalk ME / SE, Ignition, AVEVA HMI software, Cloud View, Subnet Solutions, FactoryStudio, CIMPLICITY or other virtual / HMI software platformsExperience with protective relays, substation and renewable energy automation systemsExperience with SEL RTAC and IED architecture design and configurationExperience with Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLC configurationExperience with NERC-CIP cyber security standardsExperience with IEEE 1547 inverters controlled as a systemExperience with OT single mode fiber optic network designNetwork troubleshooting skills and experience with network analysis tools such as Wireshark, Modbus Poll, etc.Experience with Excel macros and VBA languageMinimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing. Minimum of 5 years related work experience.
Certifications
Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred
Work Environment and Schedule
This position would require working in a typical office environment. The position may entail prolonged periods of sitting and computer use, and the professional would ideally be able to maintain focus and attention to detail throughout the workday. The position may also require physical tasks during site visits, including crouching, grasping, and standing / walking for extended periods of time.Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.Black & Veatch's SCADA team is located primarily in Overland Park, Kansas, Atlanta, Georgia, and Houston, Texas; although candidates located near any of our offices will be considered.Salary and Job Details
Job Grade : 016
Employment type : Full-timeFunction : Engineering and Information TechnologyEEO and Benefits
Black & Veatch is an ESOP-owned company. We offer a comprehensive benefits portfolio including health care, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and a wellness program. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other protected status. See our EEO policy for details.
For accessibility assistance or disability accommodations, contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via the accommodations request form.
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