Substation Automation Engineer | Lead Projects & Travel

Siemens AG; Wendell (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens AG in Wendell, North Carolina, is seeking a Substation Automation Engineer to design, implement, and maintain automation systems for medium- and high-voltage substations. You will configure RTU/PLC, test protection schemes, and prepare FAT/SAT for commissioning.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and 3 years of relevant experience, plus travel up to 70% for projects nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field.
• 3 years of experience in power automation or field service roles.
• Ability to read DC/AC schematics and one-line diagrams.
• Experience with IEC 61850 (MMS/GOOSE/SMV) and related protocols.
• Willingness for 50–70% domestic travel.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain automation systems for medium- and high-voltage substations.
• Configure RTU/PLC and develop protection and control schemes.
• Lead technical aspects of projects and mentor team members.
• Perform FAT and SAT and support commissioning.
• Serve as primary customer contact for troubleshooting and project support.

Skills

Power automation

RTU/PLC testing

IEC 61850 protocols

Project leadership

Schematic reading

Troubleshooting & commissioning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Siemens automation products

Profinet/Profibus

DNP/Modbus

FAT/SAT tooling

Job description

Siemens AG in Wendell, North Carolina, is seeking a Substation Automation Engineer to design, implement, and maintain automation systems for medium- and high-voltage substations. You will configure RTU/PLC, test protection schemes, and prepare FAT/SAT for commissioning.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and 3 years of relevant experience, plus travel up to 70% for projects nationwide.