Electrical Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company; Canton (MA); On-site; USD 89,544 - 96,432; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) savings plan

Paid vacations

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking an Electrical Engineer‑Level 4 for a contract assignment. You will provide expertise in system design and grid optimization, managing complex projects from conception to execution. The role offers remote work with periodic travel to Juno Beach, FL. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in electrical or computer engineering and 15+ years of experience in PLC programming and utility-scale energy projects. Comprehensive health benefits and a 401(k) savings plan are included.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in PLC programming, preferably Schneider Electric platforms.
• Experience with Modbus, DNP3, and industrial communication protocols.
• Knowledge of grid interconnection requirements and utility standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level oversight of engineering and project execution.
• Negotiate technical and regulatory requirements.
• Lead diverse engineering teams and manage compliance with industry standards.

Skills

PLC programming

Modbus

DNP3

Ignition SCADA

HMI development

power systems

BESS control systems

energy storage technologies

FAT/SAT testing

NERC CIP cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field

Job description

Opportunity Overview

Electrical Engineer‑Level 4 based in Juno Beach, FL but can work remotely. 1‑year contract assignment (W‑2). Provide high‑level expertise in system design, grid optimization, and technical risk management.

Work with customer leadership to guide engineering strategies, solve complex challenges, and ensure long‑term infrastructure resilience. Advanced experience in system integration and risk management, ensuring project success from conception through execution. Location: Remote with trips to Juno Beach, FL 33408.

Your Day‑to‑Day Duties

• Provide high‑level oversight of engineering and project execution, negotiate technical and regulatory requirements, and influence executive‑level project decisions.
• Lead diverse engineering teams, ensure compliance with industry standards, and improve technical designs for energy infrastructure.
• Act as technical authority on engineering standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage PPA, LGIA, and OEM testing completion.

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in PLC programming, preferably Schneider Electric platforms.
• Experience with Modbus, DNP3, and industrial communication protocols.
• Experience with Ignition SCADA platform and HMI development.
• Experience with power systems and utility‑scale energy projects.
• Experience with utility‑scale renewable energy or power generation projects.
• Knowledge of BESS control systems, inverters, and energy storage technologies.
• Familiarity with grid interconnection requirements and utility standards.
• Experience with FAT/SAT testing procedures and commissioning protocols.
• Ability to travel up to 25% for project commissioning support.
• NERC CIP cybersecurity awareness.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and income protection benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Paid vacations for qualifying positions.

Compensation

Base salary range dependent on experience, qualifications and skills: estimated to be $65.00/hr to $70.00/hr.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.