Hybrid Grid SCADA & Automation Engineer III

Sargent & Lundy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 74,353 - 113,595; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Paid vacation

401(k) with company match

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a SCADA & Automation Engineer in Chicago, Illinois. This role involves designing and integrating SCADA systems for various clients, requiring a Bachelor’s in engineering and 3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include developing communication systems, collaborating with engineers, and performing troubleshooting. The position offers a hybrid work model and a generous relocation package, alongside competitive benefits, including comprehensive healthcare and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in design, configuration, implementation and troubleshooting of substation SCADA and communication systems.
• Basic understanding of LAN/WAN devices and topology.
• Familiar with NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards.

Responsibilities

• Engage in fast-paced client projects to plan, engineer, & design SCADA and communications systems.
• Develop communication block diagrams, panel layout/bill of material drawings.
• Coordinate with relay settings engineers to develop/review communication port settings.

Skills

Design and configuration of SCADA systems

Experience with SEL, Novatech, & GE RTUs

Knowledge of DNP, Modbus protocols

Programming skills (Python)

Ability to travel up to 20%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, electronic, or computer systems engineering

Tools

MS Office applications

Communication troubleshooting software (Wireshark, ASE Test Set)

SEL Diagram Builder, Inkscape

Job description

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a SCADA & Automation Engineer in Chicago, Illinois. This role involves designing and integrating SCADA systems for various clients, requiring a Bachelor’s in engineering and 3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include developing communication systems, collaborating with engineers, and performing troubleshooting. The position offers a hybrid work model and a generous relocation package, alongside competitive benefits, including comprehensive healthcare and paid time off.