Power Systems Controls Engineer - Microgrid & Automation

Paladin Consulting; Aurora (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Paladin Consulting is seeking a Power Systems Controls Engineer in Aurora, OH. The role focuses on defining, developing, testing and implementing Microgrid and Power System Automation solutions, with emphasis on EPMS, PLCs, DCS, RTAC, IEDs and HMIs.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 3–6 years of controls experience, plus familiarity with industry protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC-61850, OPC). Travel about 25% is expected for on-site engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution
• 3-6 years of relevant controls experience
• Working knowledge of automation functions such as Generator Synchronization, Automatic System Islanding, Load Shedding, Main-Tie-Main, Paralleling Switchgear, Operational Dispatch
• Experience with Power Industry protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC-61850, OPC, BACnet) or equivalent
• Travel expectations around 25% for customer meetings, site visits and field duties

Responsibilities

• Define, develop, test and implement Microgrid, Power System Automation, and EPMS solutions using automation technologies from OEMs
• Create Functional Specifications, including SOO and BOMs
• Support Electrical Designers to develop project drawing packages
• Develop, test and deploy PLC, DCS, RTAC, IED and HMIs for Power System Automation Applications
• Develop Test Plans for FAT and SAT and support execution
• Support loop checks, start-up and commissioning activities
• Perform customer training as required
• Troubleshoot existing systems that may be malfunctioning

Skills

Power systems engineering

Controls systems

Site commissioning

Testing and debugging

Industrial protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

SEL

Rockwell Automation

Siemens

Basler

Woodward

AVEVA Ignition

Job description

Paladin Consulting is seeking a Power Systems Controls Engineer in Aurora, OH. The role focuses on defining, developing, testing and implementing Microgrid and Power System Automation solutions, with emphasis on EPMS, PLCs, DCS, RTAC, IEDs and HMIs.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 3–6 years of controls experience, plus familiarity with industry protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC-61850, OPC). Travel about 25% is expected for on-site engagements.