SCADA ENGINEER I (3759)

Huntsville Utilities; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 94,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsville Utilities in Huntsville, Alabama, seeks an Electrical Engineer to support SCADA, telemetry, and electric system design under supervision.

You will prepare cost estimates, data for load studies, and drawings for additions or improvements, coordinating with other departments to ensure safe, reliable service. The role requires a ABET-accredited EE degree and two years in engineering or utility SCADA; PE or EI is preferred.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Two years of engineering or utility industry experience with SCADA, design and mapping systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer Intern (EI) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan for present and future electric system requirements; prepare cost estimates and keep management informed.
• Compile data for load or system studies and perform calculations for improvements.
• Prepare specifications and cost analyses for new equipment with emphasis on reliability and maintainability.
• Conduct field surveys and prepare drawings and estimates for additions or improvements.

Skills

SCADA knowledge

Engineering fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Survalent

ESRI

ETAP

GE/SEL tools

MicroStation

Bentley Maps

Bentley Project Wise

Job description

Huntsville Utilities offers a customer servicedriven environment, with access to industry-leading technology that supportsour employee'swork and resources to drive career advancement. Join Us at Huntsville Utilities, where our teamis customer service-driven and uniquely focused on one goal: To provide high quality, low cost, safe and reliable electric, natural gas and water service to our customers.

Compensation

Offer Range: $94,203 - $113,942

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Statement

Under close supervision of the SCADA Supervisor, performs routine and progressively more difficult assignments designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities and to provide experience and familiarization with the Engineering methods, practices, and programs of the company. Using prescribed methods, performs portions of broader or more complex assignments as abilities and experience warrant. Applies basic engineering theory and concepts to research, plan and design electric systems. Perform duties to analyze and maintain Huntsville Utilities’ and Redstone Arsenal’s SCADA/ telemetry communication systems and the infrastructure supporting it.

• Plans for present and future requirements of electric system; prepares cost estimates and keeps management informed of the requirements.
• Compiles data for load or system studies and makes necessary calculations to determine improvements needed and assumes responsibility for planning, record keeping and preparation of all necessary plans, job orders, drawings, etc., for the additions or improvements.
• Prepares specifications and cost analyses for new equipment as directed. Evaluates equipment and makes necessary investigations to determine proper type and materials to be used with emphasis on reliability, economy and maintainability. Assumes responsibility for the proper application of the new equipment.
• Conducts field surveys and prepares cost estimates. Submits completed drawings and estimates to supervisor for checking and approval. Reviews plans, checks details and verifies mathematical calculations.
• Tabulates bids, inspects materials and prepares requisitions as directed.
• Provides assistance with or personally handles routine customer inquiries and outage investigations.
• Become familiar with the electric, system and learns details of system policies and practices.
• Keeps abreast of new methods, new developments in the industry and engineering standards.
• Advises and coordinates work with other departments to ensure proper, efficient and reliable completion of jobs.
• Provides technical direction and assistance to engineering assistants, aides, drafters and operations personnel.
• Communicates with Redstone Department of Public Works engineers and management to determine facilities required to provide adequate service.
• Makes on-site investigations as required to determine the cause of outages, dimensions, configuration, or locations of existing or proposed facilities.

Additional Duties

• Determines through experience and observation any additional requirements for facility installations.
• Uses computer software i.e., ETAP, ESRI, Survlaent SmartVu, Survalent STC, SEL 5051, SEL Synchrowave, SEL AcSELerator RTAC, GT Viewer, Micro station, Bentley Expert Designer/Design Assistant, Bentley Maps and Bentley Project Wise for mapping and to produce the necessary drawings associated with additions and replacements of facilities.
• Maintains and updates the SmartVu database and graphics using GIS Wizard.
• Maintains and updates ETAP database and one line
• Has the technical understanding of SEL devices to effectively manage inter-related issues.
• Supports the integration of both SCADA and the Outage Management System.
• Updates using GPS and other collection techniques GIS data for all electrical, water, gas, and sewer infrastructure including poles, guys, transformers, switches, cable, streetlights, manholes, handholes, substations, sectionalizers, primary source transfer switches, vacuum fault interrupters, water valves and meters, fire hydrants, gas valves and meters on Redstone Arsenal’s utility system.
• Investigates customer complaints and concerns in regard to power quality. Makes necessary recommendations or prepares work orders to correct or improve power quality issues.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of SCADA for electrical transmission and distribution systems.
• Prepares monthly SCADA system operational reports for management.
• Resolves SCADA and telecommunications problems promptly.
• Responds to on-call and emergency callouts as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education/Training/Certifications: Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution is required. Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Engineer Intern (EI) Certification preferred.

Experience/Skills: Two (2) years experience in Fundamental engineering or Utility industry experience with SCADA, design, and mapping systems preferred(Survalent and ESRI systems preferred).

Equipment: Calculator, personal computer (MS Word, Excel, Outlook), GIS, GPS, telephone, vehicle.

Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions: Primarily sedentary office work, some exposure to inclement weather for field checks or emergencies.

Other Considerations: Good written, oral and interpersonal skills. Subject to call out after normal working hours. Current driver’s license.

Huntsville Utilities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The duties and responsibilities outlined within this job description should not be construed as a complete and exhaustive list, as it is not the intention to limit in any way the scope or functions of this position. With the advisement from the Department Head, review/analysis by Compensation Analyst and in agreement from the VP EE, HRD, or his/her designee, these duties and responsibilities may be amended from time to time by addition, deletion or modification to reflect changing circumstances or shifts in organizational requirements.