Distribution Automation Engineer (IVVO/FLISR)

Westinghouse Electric Company; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid vacations

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Distribution Automation Engineer (IVVO/FLISR) in Denver, CO. This hybrid role combines onsite Tuesdays–Thursdays with remote Mondays and Fridays, reporting to the Distribution Automation Engineering team manager.

You will support IVVO and FLISR programs by deploying, configuring, testing, and integrating automated field devices such as capacitor bank controllers and reclosers, and you will perform system modeling and testing with ADMS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or related engineering field.
• Minimum 2 years experience in electric utility, power systems, distribution operations, or automation systems.
• Experience with capacitor bank controllers, protection devices and ADMS.
• Familiarity with distribution system modeling tools such as Synergi and CYME.

Responsibilities

• Support IVVO (Integrated Volt/VAR Optimization) and FLISR (Fault Location, Isolation & Service Restoration) programs.
• Configure, program, and deploy automated field devices including capacitor bank controllers, reclosers, and protection devices.
• Perform distribution system modeling and studies to determine device settings and locations.
• Support integration and testing of field devices with Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS).

Skills

Power systems expertise

2+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Eaton Cooper Capacitor Bank Controllers

SEL Protection Devices

ADMS

Synergi

CYME

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

Denver, CO

We are looking for a Distribution Automation Engineer (IVVO/FLISR) to support utility distribution automation projects focused on improving system reliability, voltage optimization, and service restoration capabilities. We offer a high likelihood of converting to a full-time employee position.

This is a hybrid position with an onsite schedule Tuesday through Thursday and remote work on Monday and Friday. You will report to the Distribution Automation Engineering team manager. You will support IVVO and FLISR programs by deploying, configuring, testing, and integrating automated field devices such as capacitor bank controllers, reclosers, protection devices, and advanced metering systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support IVVO (Integrated Volt/VAR Optimization) and FLISR (Fault Location, Isolation & Service Restoration) programs.
• Configure, program, and deploy automated field devices including capacitor bank controllers, reclosers, and protection devices.
• Perform distribution system modeling and studies to determine device settings and locations.
• Support integration and testing of field devices with Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 2 or more years of experience supporting electric utility, power systems, distribution operations, or automation systems.
• Experience with:
  • Eaton Cooper Capacitor Bank Controllers
  • SEL Protection Devices
  • Distribution Automation Technologies
  • Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS)
• Familiarity with distribution system modeling tools such as:
  • Synergi
  • CYME

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $38.00/hour to $42.00/hour.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities