Switchgear Controls Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; On-site; USD 97,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company currently seeks a Switchgear Controls Engineer to manage power systems projects from inception to completion. This pivotal role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure the seamless execution of complex electrical control initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, hands-on experience in switchgear technologies, and the ability to lead projects while demonstrating technical expertise and customer-focused service.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) with match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off, Holidays

Short & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Several years of relevant experience with switchgear, generators, PLCs, or control systems.
• Experience with AutoCAD or Promise E.
• Understanding of electrical distribution, control systems, and codes (NFPA 70E, OSHA).

Responsibilities

• Oversee integrated electrical controls projects from start to finish.
• Coordinate with switchgear vendors and develop submittal drawings.
• Provide ongoing service and assist with documentation.

Skills

Electrical distribution

Control systems

Technical Knowledge

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Education

BSc in Mechanical, Electrical, or Power Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Promise E

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Switchgear Controls Engineer (Power Systems Engineer)

The Switchgear Controls Engineer works with Engineers, DVL Sales, Program Management, contractors, equipment manufacturers, and end users. Responsible for entire power systems engineering projects from conception to completion, utilizing prior experience.

Salary: Competitive salary plus car allowance and biannual bonus. Recognized as a Great Place To Work since 2018!

WHAT YOU WOULD BE DOING

1. Oversee integrated electrical controls projects from start to finish, including:

• Collaborate with Sales Engineer to define and budget projects
• Refine budget costs post-closing
• Develop submittal drawings
• Coordinate with switchgear vendors (GE, Square D, DVM, etc.)
• Provide schematics for controls wiring
• Design PLC control and redundancy logic, HMI graphics
• Program Woodward Generator control devices and interface with PLC
• Configure protective relay devices (SEL, GE, Schneider, Basler)
• Oversee construction, write operation sequences, and test scripts
• Participate in site and construction meetings, run factory witness tests
• Perform field checks, startup, commissioning, and training
• Provide ongoing service and assist with documentation

Additional responsibilities include constructing control panels, performing troubleshooting, setting up protective relays, and conducting tests and analyses.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Several years of relevant experience with switchgear, generators, PLCs, or control systems
• Electrical/Generator controls design and/or field experience
• BSc in Mechanical, Electrical, or Power Engineering
• Experience with AutoCAD or Promise E
• Understanding of electrical distribution, control systems, and codes (NFPA 70E, OSHA)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Willingness to learn IT/server network setup
• Experience with GE and Allen Bradley PLCs, Woodward controls, protective relays, SCADA
• Valid driver’s license

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Technical Knowledge
• Organizational Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Service
• Dependability

The salary range is $97,000 - $135,000/year plus benefits.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with match
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off, Holidays
• Short & Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement

OUR CORE VALUES

SAFETY, CARING, COLLABORATION, CREATIVITY, INTEGRITY, PROFESSIONALISM