Senior Electrical Engineer SCADA System Supervisor – Integrator

Port Authority Trans-Hudson; Jersey City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is seeking a Sr. Electrical Engineer – SCADA System Supervisor / Integrator to oversee PS&C Division staff in planning, scheduling and directing asset maintenance, repairs, installations, testing and documentation of critical systems.

You will ensure integration of mission-critical operating systems with DWDM/SONET, Signal System, PTCC Center, power and electrical distribution, SCADA, access control and security systems, driving safety, reliability and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience with SCADA and related control systems.
• At least 2 years’ supervisory experience in design, installation, integration, testing, and/or maintenance of control, computer, and/or communications-related systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, program and implement systems integration processes.
• Oversee staff in preventive maintenance routines, repairs, testing and new installations per plans and budget.
• Monitor performance, quality and safety of work; maintain records; direct testing and investigatory activities.
• Conduct field inspections and site investigations; investigate malfunctions and respond to audit recommendations.
• Review design and construction submittals; plan upgrades and modifications; prepare estimates, schedules, reports and other documents.
• The foregoing is not exclusive and is not meant to describe all duties that may be assigned.

Skills

SCADA systems

System integration

Supervisory experience

Electrical engineering

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline

Tools

Wonderware

TI PLCs

GE PLCs

Siemens PLC Programming

Visual Basic

Cimplicity HMI

Kepware

OPC Servers

Job description

About the Role

Sr. Electrical Engineer – SCADA System Supervisor / Integrator, is a role which supervises and provides direction to Power, Signals and Communication (PS&C) Division staff related to the planning, scheduling and assigning of asset maintenance, repairs, installation, construction, inspection, testing, operation, training and documentation of technical systems.

Ensure that the various mission-critical operating systems are integrated to function with enhanced safety and improved reliability and efficiency. This includes interfaces with the existing Unified Communications Network (DWDM / SONET), the Signal System, the PATH Train Control and Communications (PTCC) Center, the existing and new power and electrical distribution systems and related SCADA System, Access Control and Intrusion Detection Systems, other security-related systems, asset maintenance management systems, and other computer-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, program and implement systems integration processes.
• Oversee staff in carrying out preventive technical maintenance routines, equipment repairs, testing, and new installations in accordance with plans and budget.
• Monitor performance, quality and safety of work; maintaining records; assigning and directing testing and investigatory activities.
• Conduct field inspections and site investigations. Investigate causes of malfunctions and respond to system audit recommendations.
• Review design and construction submittals; plan for upgrades and modifications; prepare estimates, schedules, reports, and other documents.
• The foregoing is not exclusive and is not meant to describe all those duties that may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position.
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience; SCADA and other related Control System Design & Integration experience in the direct involvement of the design, installation, integration, testing, and/or maintenance of control, computer,
• and/or communications-related systems.
• Minimum of 2 years’ supervisory experience in design, installation, integration, testing, and/or maintenance of control, computer, and/or communications-related systems

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Visual C++ Programming, Wonderware, TI PLCs, GE PLCs, and other market PLC units programming and programming languages.
• Experience in integrating systems and technologies that are both the industry leading technology and industry legacy systems
• Experience with automated diagnostic systems, including troubleshooting of system and process control issues; computer communications network, high-speed data network, computer programming.
• Experience with Siemens PLC Programming, Visual Basic, Cimplicity HMI, Kepware, and OPC Servers
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and isolate complex system level problems.
• Knowledge of current technology trends, industry practices, standards and codes.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in previous work assignments.
• Excellent oral and written communications and presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively interface with internal staff, customers, partners, and vendors.
• Skilled in problem analysis and resolution as well as project management.

Selection Process

The application process varies by position, but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s). Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check.

Compensation, Benefits & On-Site Collaboration Requirements:

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey anticipates that the actual salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on aspects such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and internal factors. The expected compensation range for this role is:

Minimum: $110,474 Midpoint: $143,613 Maximum: $176,748

In accordance with Port Authority policy, this position permits employees to work remotely a maximum of one day per week. In person collaboration is essential to how the Port Authority conducts business, and regular in-office days or team collaboration days may be required on business needs.