Distribution Automation Lead — Lab Testing & Research

EPRI; Lenox (MA); In loco; USD 130.000 - 145.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

EPRI is seeking a Distribution Automation Technical Leader II to support laboratory testing, evaluation, and research activities related to distribution automation technologies. This role focuses on testing of equipment such as reclosers, voltage regulators, controllers, monitoring systems, and related communications technologies used in modern electric distribution systems.

The successful candidate will work with cross-functional research teams to evaluate equipment performance, assess asset

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 6-8 years of relevant experience in power systems, controls, testing, automation, or related engineering disciplines.
• Experience with electrical test equipment and data acquisition systems.
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Mansioni

• Support laboratory testing and performance evaluation of distribution automation equipment, including reclosers, voltage regulators, controllers, and monitoring systems.
• Develop, execute, and document test plans to assess equipment functionality, reliability, and health monitoring capabilities.
• Configure laboratory equipment, instrumentation, and test environments to support research objectives.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain control systems, instrumentation, and communication interfaces.
• Assist in evaluating communications technologies, protocols, and control logic associated with distribution automation systems.
• Collect, process, organize, and analyze laboratory and operational data.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary research teams on utility-focused projects and initiatives.
• Contribute to technical reports, presentations, member deliverables, and research publications.

Conoscenze

Power systems

Controls

Testing

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Technical writing

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Strumenti

SCADA

Data acquisition systems

Descrizione del lavoro

EPRI is seeking a Distribution Automation Technical Leader II to support laboratory testing, evaluation, and research activities related to distribution automation technologies. This role focuses on testing of equipment such as reclosers, voltage regulators, controllers, monitoring systems, and related communications technologies used in modern electric distribution systems.

The successful candidate will work with cross-functional research teams to evaluate equipment performance, assess asset