Senior Automation Engineer

Powell; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k savings

Annual bonus potential

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Powell is seeking a skilled professional to join their Automation Division in Houston, Texas. The role involves designing SCADA systems and providing technical guidance in automation systems.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Electrical Engineering and has over seven years of relevant experience. Benefits include health insurance, 401k, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years of relevant work experience in automation or control systems.
• Experience with PLC and HMI solutions.
• Knowledge of 3-phase power.

Responsibilities

• Review client specifications for project design.
• Design SCADA systems using various software.
• Provide technical guidance to stakeholders.

Skills

Automation and Control systems

Protective Relay programming

PLC applications for Switchgear

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell software

Siemens software

Schneider software

ABB software

Job description

Job Description

We are currently seeking a motivated individual to be part of our growing Powell Automation Division (PAD). This exciting position allows you to grow professionally and help shape the future of PAD in the automation space. It does not offer sponsorship or relocation support.

Key Responsibilities

• Become proficient in PAD solutions and offerings
• Review and interpret client specifications to produce project functional design, drawings and test documentation in accordance with the project requirements and Powell standard procedures.
• Develop relay configuration files using manufacturers such as SEL, GE, Siemens and Beckwith.
• Design and configure SCADA systems using WonderWare InTouch, Allen Bradley Factory Talk, Copa-Data Zenon, Siemens WinCC, and/or SEL RTAC AcSELerator Diagram Builder.
• Use common industrial communication protocols such as Modbus (RTU and TCP/IP), IEC61850, DNP 3.0, etc.
• Develop PLC‑based electrical system monitoring and controls solutions.
• Participate in and develop documentation for factory and on‑site acceptance testing (FAT and SAT respectively), as well as perform start‑up and commissioning activities as required.
• Ensure that the company’s Health, Safety & Environmental policies and procedures are constantly adhered to all aspects of site services.
• Provide technical guidance to internal and external stakeholders, including after‑sales support.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in a technical discipline, preferably an Electrical Engineer, from an accredited institution with a minimum of seven (7)+ years of relevant work experience.
• Expertise and experience in at least one of the following is required:
  • Automation and Control systems
  • Protective Relay programming and commissioning
  • PLC applications for Switchgear
• Experience developing, integrating, installing, and commissioning industrial control systems using PLC and HMI solutions.
• Experience with PLC logic programming and HMI programming. Experience with Rockwell, Schneider, Siemens, and ABB software a plus.
• Experience with common industrial protocols such as Modbus (RTU and TCP/IP), IEC61850, DNP3, Profibus, etc.
• Knowledge of 3‑phase power is required.
• Experience configuring, testing, and commissioning relays. Experience with SEL, GE, and Siemens microprocessor relays is a plus.

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Excellent customer relation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and trouble‑shooting skills.
• Able to work effectively in a team setting or independently, adaptive to change, self‑starter, innovative, and willing to make a difference.
• Able to mentor less experienced engineers.
• Willingness to travel locally at least 25%.

Benefits

Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company‑sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment.

EOE Protected Veterans/Disability

If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact 713.378.2685. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.