Senior System Project Engineer - Largo, FL

Hubbell Incorporated; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Hubbell Incorporated in Largo, Florida, is seeking an experienced engineer specializing in project engineering within the heavy industrial and electric utilities sectors. The role demands a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and at least seven years of relevant experience with power system protection.

The successful candidate will engage in all project phases, including design, validation, and commissioning while using industry-standard tools such as AutoCAD. Opportunities for field testing and customer training are integral to the position.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in project engineering with a background in power system protection.
• Ability to read and understand schematics and drawings.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols such as OPC, Modbus, DNP3.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer specifications and incorporate requirements into design activities.
• Develop procedures and instructions for testing and validation.
• Lead or assist with field and classroom training of company products.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Engineering

Customer Service

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Oscilloscope

Secondary Injection Test Set

Job description

Job Overview

This position offers engagement with leading‑edge heavy industrial and electric utilities companies through the exercise and sharpening of project engineering skills on custom power system protection and control systems. All phases of project work are encountered: inspection, design, engineering, validation and commissioning. Industry Standards involvement, creating/delivering customer presentations, customer communications and proposal preparation are integral.

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A Day In The Life

Design/Engineering

Read and analyze customer specifications and drawings and incorporate requirements into design activities.
Document and bring to management the areas which company cannot comply and must take exception.
Design customized protection & control systems in accordance with established industry standards, guidelines and best practices.
Use computer‑assisted engineering, design software and equipment to perform design tasks.
Develop drawings and BOM required for the manufacture and testing of customized systems.
Remain up to date on established power system protection and control industry standards, guidelines and best practices applicable to heavy industrials and electric utilities, domestic and international.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather requirements, define system architecture, and develop software solutions.
Troubleshoot and debug software issues, ensuring system reliability and uptime.

Commissioning, Test and Service

Develop procedures and instructions required by the company and customer for testing and validation of customized systems, and Beckwith installed products to verify functionality and operations.
Assist customers with field testing, validation and commissioning providing home office and field‑site service.
Lead or assist with customer field and/or classroom training of company products and systems.
Assist customers with resolution of field problems providing troubleshooting services.

Project Involvement

Lead or assist in design, engineering, validation and problem resolution on a timely and orderly basis.
Develop and adhere to approved project schedule providing management and/or customer with appropriate status and review reports.
Conduct design review meetings, may be required.
Develop and maintain working relationships with vendors to keep abreast of buyout product offerings, obtain favorable technical support and required services.
Develop application manuals, instruction books, installation, testing procedures/methods and other required documentation.
Plans and formulates engineering program as well as organizes project staff to meet project requirements.
Assign project personnel to specific phases or aspects of a project such as technical studies, system design, preparation of specifications, technical plans, and system validation.
Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget.
Prepares interim and completion project reports.

Additional Responsibilities

Assist in the development and preparation of comprehensive technical proposals in response to customer requirements and solicitations. Includes preliminary design, detailed costing and description of company offering.
Coordinates activities related to technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and validation/commissioning problems.
Directs integration of Engineering/Design and System Fabrication activities.
Evaluates and approves design changes, specifications, and drawing releases.
Assist Business Development and Sales with customer visits and presentations, participation at industry trade shows and conferences, and training of company personnel and sales representatives.
Understand and comply with ISO 9001 procedures.
Travel domestically and internationally as required.
Comply with all work rules, including but not limited to the Company's safety and attendance policies.

What will help you thrive in this role?

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering plus seven years related experience and/or training. Background in power system protection (protective relaying) and control for power generation, transmission and distribution applications required. Ability to read and understand schematics and drawings.

Equipment/Tools

• Laptop/PC computer
• Smartphone
• Printer
• FAX
• Copier
• Secondary Injection Test Set
• Oscilloscope
• AutoCAD
• Plotter
• Calculator

Skills & Knowledge

• Familiarity with equipment, operations and services in the electric power protection and control arena.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as OPC, Modbus, DNP3, IEC-61850 and BACnet is a plus.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional.
• AutoCAD, MS Project, Visio, and Outlook.
• Excellent telephone customer service skills and etiquette.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.