SCADA Engineer

Seeking an analytical, self-starter with proven success in design and project coordination.

This position designs, implements, and coordinates Substation projects for SCADA and Communications.

The successful candidate will perform technical design for SCADA, Metering, and Communications projects. This includes day-to-day, monthly, and long-term tactical planning.

The position is located at our Houston office and may require some overnight travel to project sites.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and schedule meetings with Clients, as necessary, to discuss scope of work, design parameters and schedule requirements.
• Assist in setting project budget by constructing budget on task level with resource assignments, monitor and administer budgets with engineering staff, review budgets weekly with team and present action plans to supervisor, beginning at 75% of job budget level for project completion.
• Coordinate testing and commissioning activities on projects, including scheduled site visits, owner-furnished equipment deliveries, contractor material submittals, acceptance testing, final walkthrough, and contractor project closeout.
• Assist in the performance of engineering tasks as required on relay and control design, SCADA design, relay protection projects and substation engineering projects.
• Lead technical efforts for SCADA and Communications projects, including design, drawings, databases, integration, procurement, scheduling, and project cost controls.
• Assist Clients with implementing new SCADA systems, including procuring hardware and software, integrating with existing equipment and communications systems, designing interface screens, and training Client personnel.
• Make site visits, as necessary, to troubleshoot SCADA integration and Communications problems. Assist Client with locating the source of problems and help to implement solutions.
• Prepare engineering material and construction cost estimates for Substation and EPC projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

• Associate's Degree in electrical or electronics technology;
• Minimum of 5 years' design or construction experience in electrical power projects;
• Possesses strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills and is able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
  
  

SKILLS:

• Strong (effective) written and verbal communication skills, exceptional computer skills, with emphasis in project management, spreadsheet, and word processing applications. Strong skills in time management, organization, and multi-tasking.
  
  

PHYSICAL:

• This position requires the ability to listen and hear, good eyesight, sitting, standing, walking, and use of hands and arms.
  
  

BENEFITS:

• 100% Employer paid health insurance and 50% for first dependent
• 200% 401(k) match up to 4.5%
• Employer paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance
• Dental, Vision, Life and Supplemental offered
• Paid Holidays
• Starting at 3-week PTO with rollover
• $1,000 Annual Employer Contribution to Health Savings Account
• Annual Profit-Sharing Bonus based on Performance.