Design Engineer - SCADA

The Opportunity

Ulteig is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Design SCADA Electrical Engineer working in the Automation, Integration, and System Protection (AISP) Department. The Design SCADA Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing, programming, installing, and testing automation systems that bring together multiple sub-systems to meet the operational and regulatory needs of the owner. The Design SCADA Engineer will be able to develop and implement logic for complex custom applications. The Design SCADA Engineer will oversee less experienced staff and reports to a Technical Manager in the department.

What You'll Do

• Create SCADA point lists, remote terminal unit (RTU) programs, human-machine interfaces (HMI’s), meter programs, metering overviews, and calculations under the supervision of a lead engineer
• Program, install, troubleshoot, test, and commission Remote Terminal Units (RTU’s), Programmable Automation Controllers (PAC’s) & Human Machine Interfaces (HMI’s) for renewable and power utility clients
• Develop complete design packages for site network and communication architectures compliant with client and regulatory requirements
• Establish and maintain schedules and provide timely progress reports and project status updates
• Takes ownership of quality and coaches/mentors others
• Maintains positive client relationships, responsive both internally and externally, very frequent client interaction
• Responsible for completing tasks and projects in allotted time
• Understands actual time required for most tasks and helps develop the project schedule
• Typically perform work with the following technologies and platforms:
  • Communication Processors: SEL-RTAC, Novatech OrionLX+
  • HMI: WonderWare, Ignition, other web-based GUI’s (Inkscape, SEL Diagram Builder)
  • Network: SEL, Ruggedcom, & Cisco Firewalls and ethernet switches
  • Troubleshooting: Putty, Wireshark

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering ABET-accredited program or equivalent required
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience is required
• Demonstrates proficiency and working knowledge of communication protocols (DNP3, Modbus, etc.) and internet network architectures.
• Network design experience and implementation, networking/IT certifications like Cisco Certified Network Associate a plus
• Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
• Applies current, standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to complete engineering tasks
• Develops plans, specifications, and observation reports to see that these items are complete, accurate, and in accordance with sound engineering practice
• Practices efficiency engineering as it pertains to design selection
• Recommends alterations to development and design to improve quality
• Works closely with engineering technicians and experienced electrical engineers
• Performs detailed engineering design and evaluations within specialty
• Takes ownership of quality
• Responsible for completing tasks and projects in the allotted time
• Prepares reports and correspondence concerning the direction of assigned projects
• May participate in marketing, sales, and business development activities within an assigned market
• Demonstrates a wide degree of creativity and latitude
• Willing to travel 15-20% of the year
• Effectively communicates and interacts with clients to ensure we are meeting their needs
• Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects
• Must have a valid driver’s license, or ability to obtain prior to starting date
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the US

As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box – because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don’t want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people – both our clients and our employees –for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities