Test Engineer Protection and Control

vTech Solution Inc
Birmingham, AL, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary to permanent
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience required
0 years minimum
Compensation
$97,760.0 - $106,392.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Spreadsheets Ethernet Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Productivity Software Process Control Systems

Job description

The Test Engineer P&C 1 is responsible for commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting substation integration and SCADA equipment within the Protection & Control Field Services Substation Integration & Automation group. This role involves planning and executing projects safely, efficiently, and accurately, primarily working on-site and in the field. The position requires 0-5 years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in engineering. Responsibilities:

  • Commission and test substation integration and SCADA equipment.
  • Troubleshoot substation systems and equipment issues.
  • Plan and complete projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
  • Perform power system calculations and measurements.
  • Work primarily on-site and in the field.

Requirements

  • Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering.
  • Experience or training in commissioning and testing substation SCADA equipment.
  • Knowledge of safe work practices in substation or industrial environments.
  • Ability to use electrical testing tools such as multimeters and hand tools.
  • Basic understanding of AC & DC electrical systems.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

  • Experience or training in microprocessor (IED) technology.
  • Experience with serial and ethernet network communications.
  • Knowledge of substation relay protection and control equipment.
  • Familiarity with industrial control systems including PLCs and generation plant controls.
  • Proficiency in computer productivity tools such as spreadsheets.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Special Considerations:

  • Work is primarily on-site and in field environments.
  • Must adhere to strict safety protocols in substation and industrial settings.

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