Automation Specialist 5 (Substation)

SolveNow Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Pittsburgh seeks an Automation Specialist 5 to create and oversee instrumentation and controls system designs. You will engage in designing human-machine interfaces, prepare proposals, and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of experience, with expertise in PLC and HMI systems. Strong communication skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office are essential. The role may require travel based on project demands.

Qualifications

• 7 years of related experience in instrumentation and controls.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Create and oversee instrumentation and controls system designs.
• Prepare proposals and budget sections.
• Lead junior staff and provide mentoring.

Skills

Expert knowledge of instrumentation and control systems

PLC experience

HMI experience

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

3D and 4D design practices

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the job Automation Specialist 5 (Substation)

Job Description

Creates and/or oversees basic to highly complex instrumentation, controls and related systems designs using 3D and 4D design practices. Develops technical memoranda related to design issues for clients. Prepares preliminary design reports (PDRs) under limited supervision. Coordinates designs reconciliation with clients. Creates basic to highly complex human‑machine interface (HMI) designs, programmable logic controllers (PLC), reports, etc. Prepares level of effort estimates (LOEs). Assists in the testing and startup of instrumentation, controls and related systems independently with minimal supervision. Assists in the development of systems training for end users. Reviews basic to highly complex component level shop drawings, contractor clarifications. Performs and/or oversees testing and field inspections. Responsible for testing and startup documentation completion, as required. Leads teams of more junior staff and provides direction and mentoring. Reviews the work of junior staff as necessary. Participates in the Automation Community of Practice (CoP); focuses on an area of specialty (e.g., communications, networking, instrumentation, security) and strives to become a subject matter expert. Under general supervision, prepares proposal sections and presentations. Prepares scope and budgets. Supports marketing and new business activities as requested in support of the automation strategy. May participate in proposals. Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree. 7 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Protective relay schemes
• Relay Schematics and wiring diagrams
• Equipment specifications and selection
• Hardware specifications and selection, including SCADA/RTU components
• Knowledge of NESC & NEC
• Substation grounding grid design & lightning protection

Skills and Abilities

Expert knowledge of instrumentation, controls and related systems designs. PLC and HMI experience required. Excellent communication and client relation skills. Strong knowledge of Microsoft office suite of programs. Fully competent in 3D and 4D design practices.