PSO SCADA Developer for Electrical Switchgear

A position at FTI can be the answer to your future career. In this role, you’ll be part of a progressive national leader in electrical planning, engineering, technology and energy services. FTI enables employee growth and success through industry-leading training and development, utilization of the latest industry technologies, and an uncompromised focus on safety. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package that boasts everything from paid training and tuition reimbursement to an award-winning wellness program.

The PSO SCADA Developer for Electrical Switchgear is the subject matter expert (SME) in the assigned program, product line, or technology segment. The individual serves as the technical linkage between internal and external clients, operating alongside business development and project management internal partners. This person provides leadership/mentorship to cross-functional teams and less experienced engineers/technicians.  This person effectively sets standards, best practices, and facilitates lessons learned with the engineering teams.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant work experience per hiring manager discretion.  Masters and/or additional technical certifications a plus.

Experience: 10 - 15 years’ experience.

Travel: 10-25%

Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday- Friday. However, work may be performed at any time on any day of the week to meet business needs.

Skills

• Proficiency in PSO SCADA communication data flow and protocols.

• Knowledge of electric switchgear and  energy management systems for SCADA-related field devices.

• Experience with system design, programming, and troubleshooting.

• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as EIT, SCADA, CCNA, or PMP may be required.

• Skills: Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in SCADA systems (e.g., C, C++, Python).

• Problem-Solving: Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration and documentation.

• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in system design and maintenance.

• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to SCADA and electrical systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads technical scope of complex projects involving a team of technical staff.

• Design, develop, and implement SCADA systems for electrical switchgear.

• Create detailed documentation, including system configurations and operating procedures.

• Ensure SCADA systems comply with data center standards and regulations.

• Work closely with other engineers on system design and integration tasks.

• Conduct system integration and testing to ensure functionality and performance.

• Effectively communicates and engages with senior management levels of both internal and external clients.

• Key client families include our Geographies, Large Strategic, Solutions, Excellerate and EPC Renewables.

• Engages and works well with project management, business development, construction, marketing, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, sourcing, and external team members.

• Provides subject matter expert level analysis for application of FTI products, solutions, and/or services in the assigned focus area. Responsible for project development and design for various projects.

• Interprets and applies NEC, NFPA and OSHA requirements pertaining to safe work practices.

• Provides engineering guidance and critique to ensure proper risk assessment, communication, and traceability to design outputs.

• Establishes engineering standard drawing and assembly specification documents for all phases of preconstruction (conceptual through issue for construction).

• Acts as a technical liaison for all preconstruction activities: engineering, VDC and estimating.

• Assists in development of final project proposals, scope definition, and pricing of engineering scope.

• Manages engineering scope of project budget.

• Manages project quality and incorporates technical lessons learned.

• Troubleshoots technical issues during project execution using prior experience with root cause analysis.

• Assists in training and coaching of cross-functional personnel.<