Power Grid Automation Engineer III

gwelec; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401(k)

Profit sharing

Vacation

Job summary

G&W Electric is seeking an experienced Technical Lead/Automation Engineer to drive power grid automation projects from conception through field acceptance. You will design relay logic, program controllers, test systems, and develop flexible software templates to combine with hardware for customized product packages.

The role requires strong knowledge of protection relays, three-phase power systems, and communications, with travel up to 50% and collaboration across sales, production

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required with 5+ years in power engineering design or development.
• Strong knowledge of three-phase power systems including load flow and overcurrent protection.
• Experience with protective relay programming and relay integration (SEL/ABB/Hitachi/Siemens/GE).
• Familiarity with communication standards and fiber optic, radio, and cellular solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical deliverables for Power Grid Automation projects from quoting to site acceptance.
• Design logic, program relays and controllers, and test systems for projects.
• Develop flexible software templates that pair with hardware for configurable products.
• Provide pre- and post-sales technical support to customers and internal teams.
• Mentor junior Automation Engineers and share knowledge across teams.

Skills

Power engineering

Relay programming

Industrial communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Windows

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical lead and programmer for the integration of power grid automation solutions; managing technical deliverables and customer support.

ESSENTIAL DAY TO DAY FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with G&W switchgear automation solution proposals that include written functional description and pricing.
• Apply advanced product knowledge of relay protection, automation, and communication in power grid automation applications.
• Provide pre- and post-sales technical support to Sales, Marketing, Production Engineering, and customers for customized distribution automation solutions.
• Manage technical deliverables for Power Grid Automation projects from quoting stage through customer site acceptance without assistance from supervisor.
• Design logic, program relays and controllers, and test systems as required for projects.
• Develop flexible program templates and software solutions that can be combined with hardware for customizable product packages
• Manage technical relationships with key technology partners
• Train and assist customers with installations and commissioning including on-site activities as necessary.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Make technical presentations to customers, clients, and/or professional peers.
• Work with customers to write and present papers about the G&W automation solution provided to them.
• Provide technical assistance and training for peers and sales staff.
• Act as a mentor to new Automation Engineers to ensure they become proficient in Power Grid Automation solutions and successfully assimilate into the team.
• Perform event analysis for all G&W automation solutions.
• Maintain positive customer interactions.
• Keep up to date with industry trends by attending conferences and training courses.

QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required and 5+ years of progressive experience in Power Engineering design and/or development.
• Preferred technical knowledge:
  • Three Phase power systems including:
    • Symmetrical components
    • Load flow
    • Over current protection functions
  • Relay integration and logic programming for: SEL, ABB, Hitachi, Siemens and/or GE relays
  • Communications including:
    • Standards
    • Fiber Optic Cable Selection and Application
    • Radio Communication and Antenna Selection
    • Cellular Communication and Antenna Selection
  • Typical primary Voltage and Current test procedures
  • Electromagnetics and the application of motors, transformers, and generators on the power distribution system
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with peers and internal and external customers.
• Strong industrial / utility programming skills with a strong preference for protective relay programming.

• Training and experience in protective relays, switchgear and electrical troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of MS Windows, Word, Spreadsheet and project applications is required.
• Ability to travel overnight up to 50% and on occasional weekends.

What we offer you:

Typical pay is $95,000 - 125,000 annually.

Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.

This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program

G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health club membership program and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401 (k)
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility

About G&W Electric

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.

Learn more about our company by watching this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMtAhsdYeUQ

G&W Electric enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service, performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader, we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities, rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization, you also help power the world!

G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

*G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

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