Electrical Engineer III - Automation

Omaha Public Power District; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 89,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Omaha Public Power District seeks an Automation Engineer III to drive complex automation/SCADA initiatives across substations and transmission facilities. You will lead project work, mentor junior engineers, and help set engineering standards to improve reliability and performance.

The role requires 5+ years in automation/SCADA/substation engineering, a strong grasp of 3-phase power systems, and proficiency with SCADA troubleshooting and communication protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• 5+ years experience in automation, SCADA, or substation engineering.
• Experience leading projects and mentoring engineers.
• Strong understanding of 3-phase power systems and electrical schematics.
• Proficiency with SCADA and automation troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination and design of complex automation and SCADA systems for transmission and substation facilities.
• Troubleshoot advanced operational issues involving automation, protection, and integration systems; develop and implement effective solutions.
• Apply advanced knowledge of automation, SCADA media, and communication protocols (DNP3, Modbus, RS485, RS232, etc.).
• Evaluate automation schemes to ensure accurate and reliable system response.
• Develop engineering standards, specifications, and procedures to improve performance and consistency.
• Mentor Engineer I and II team members and facilitate cross-discipline collaboration.

Skills

Automation engineering experience

SCADA troubleshooting

Leadership / mentoring

Scripting / program flow logic

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field

Job description

What This Role Delivers

Automation Engineer III roles at OPPD provide advanced technical expertise for the design, integration, and troubleshooting of complex automation and SCADA systems across substation and transmission environments. This role leads portions of engineering projects, mentors early career engineers, and drives continuous improvement through the development of engineering standards and methodologies. The position requires strong understanding of 3-phase power systems, electrical schematic interpretation, SCADA best practices, and communication protocols.

Opportunity Profile

Automation Engineer III roles at OPPD provide advanced technical expertise for the design, integration, and troubleshooting of complex automation and SCADA systems across substation and transmission environments. This role leads portions of engineering projects, mentors early career engineers, and drives continuous improvement through the development of engineering standards and methodologies. The position requires strong understanding of 3-phase power systems, electrical schematic interpretation, SCADA best practices, and communication protocols.

What You'll Do

• Lead coordination and design of complex automation and SCADA systems for transmission and substation facilities.


• Troubleshoot advanced operational issues involving automation, protection, and integration systems; develop and implement effective solutions.


• Apply advanced knowledge of automation, SCADA media, and communication protocols (DNP3, Modbus, RS485, RS232, etc.).


• Evaluate automation schemes to ensure accurate and reliable system response.


• Develop engineering standards, specifications, and procedures to improve performance and consistency.


• Mentor Engineer I and II team members and facilitate cross-discipline collaboration.

What You Will Bring

• Demonstrated ability to successfully complete essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

What Will Help You Stand Out

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field


• 5+ years experience in automation, SCADA, or substation engineering


• Strong understanding of 3-phase power systems and electrical schematics


• Proficiency with SCADA and automation troubleshooting


• Ability to lead engineering tasks and provide technical direction


• Experience developing standards or technical practices


• Proficiency in scripting or program flow logic


• Demonstrated leadership in cross-disciplinary engineering efforts

Work Location

• Office: Work will be performed in a modern office environment amid normal conditions of dust, odors, fumes, and noises.


• Field: Work will be performed outside in a wide variety of weather conditions (snow, rain, heat, cold, wind, etc.), terrain, and other natural environmental hazards as well as pollen and other airborne allergens.


• Travel: Must be able to travel throughout the service territory and report to various locations in a timely manner as needed.

Work Environment

• Work will be performed in high traffic environments.


• Will work around energized high voltage electrical equipment.


• Will work in construction areas that present many physical hazards.


• Will work at heights.

Strength Factor

Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Salary/Wage Info

Grade: S5

Minimum: $98,877

Midpoint: $123,596

Our Culture & Mission

At Omaha Public Power District, everything starts with people - our teams, our communities, and the customer owners who count on us. As the 12 th largest public power utility in the U.S., we serve more than 900,000 people across 13 counties, and we take that responsibility seriously.

We lead with integrity, support one another, and do what's right, because how we serve matters just as much as what we deliver. Our goal is simple: provide affordable, reliable, and environmentally responsible energy today and for generations to come.

We create power with purpose. Your work here has real impact; on families, on the environment, and on the future of energy. And we believe great ideas can come from anywhere.

If you want to be part of a team that takes care of the community and the people who serve it, you're in the right place. We back up our mission by taking care of our employees, too; which is why our benefits are among the most comprehensive and competitive in the region.

EOE: Protected Veterans/Disability

If you would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with OPPD, please email OPPD Talent Acquisition at [e-mail] .