SCADA & Automation Engineer - Data Centers

SCADA & Automation Engineer – Data Center

Mid-Level

About the Position

As a mid-level SCADA & Automation Engineer in the Data Center group, you will be responsible for engineering design, performing field work and analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer in a manner that provides the client with a quality deliverable that is on time and within budget.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000 / year

The salary range above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market.

This opportunity is available to both local / in-office (Lakewood, CO) and full-time remote candidates.

Essential Responsibilities

Set, test, wire, and install relaying and control systems, specifically SEL equipment.

Program, installation, and testing of SCADA and PLC systems, primarily SELRTACs

Produce configuration files associated with IEC61850 (GOOSE), DNP3, or other SCADA protocols

Prepare a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including specifications, RFIs, studies

Perform detailed design of all aspects of electrical power systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, general arrangement, selection of equipment, writing of equipment specifications

Perform SCADA and relay field testing and commissioning services

Provide field assistance and troubleshooting for SCADA systems such as SEL RTAC, Ignition, or PLCs.

Checking the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required

Understanding and experience with applicable Codes and Standards such as NEC, NESC, and PRC

Mobilize and perform field assignments to commission, inspect, or troubleshoot substation control systems

Experience with grid connected or islanded microgrid control operation is a plus (generator controls, load balancing schemes, etc.)

Other duties as assigned

Must Have

Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred

Experience: 2 – 5 years of relevant engineering or field experience

Licensure: FE is preferred

Knowledge and familiarity with medium and high voltage power systems, with strong knowledge in SCADA

SEL equipment installation and configuration, RTAC experience is a plus

Experience with configuring, testing, and commissioning IEC61850, DNP3, MODBUS, and/or other SCADA protocols

Experience creating Network Architecture Diagrams

Experience with substation or data center medium voltage equipment is a plus

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Previous Interactions with clients, customers, contractors and others

Assist with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings

Ability to travel periodically for weeks across states for field work as needed

Possesses effective written and oral communications skills

Good interpersonal and people skills

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Working Conditions

Work Environment:

Work is performed in an office setting and some field work is also required

Travel:

Typical: 15 – 25%

Physical Activities:

Managerial Responsibilities:

Must be able to lift 50lbs.

Team Member is responsible for managing their own work schedule with input from their supervisor and completing assigned tasks.

Team Member should identify discrepancies in assigned work and bring to attention of supervisor or engineer responsible for the project in a timely manner. Team Member’s work product should be self-checked in a manner that is suitable for review by the supervisor or engineer responsible for the project.

About NEI Electric Power Engineering

Serving Others. Enriching Environment. Improving Continually. Quality Results. Voted as a top workplace by the Denver Post for three straight years (2020, 2021, 2022), our values have been woven into the fabric of who we are since 1982, guiding our decision making throughout the years. As an engineering services firm, NEI’s mission is to create a great organization that serves people and solves problems.

Since NEI’s founding, we have developed a culture of collaboration and accountability, both across our teams and departments, and externally with our clients across the United States. We believe in two core ideas: hiring great people and celebrating our team members diverse background and unique experiences; bringing in new, unique, and exciting perspectives that can only strengthen NEI as we chart out path into the future.

Team Member Benefits

We believe that taking care of our team members is of the utmost importance. We strive to foster a community of belonging, professional development, and industry involvement; providing our team with the benefits, tools, and support systems to excel in their roles. Out comprehensive benefits package includes:

100% Employer paid team member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Life Insurance

401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting

Annual & discretionary bonus programs

Paid vacation and sick time

Employer paid licensure (FE/PE), certifications, seminars, & conferences

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Eight (8) paid holidays including a floating holiday to use at your discretion

Annual Team Building

Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility

Career development, training, and coaching opportunities

Pet insurance

NEI Electric Power Engineering participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your completed Form I-9 to confirm your work authorization in the United States.