Electronic Engineer - Telecom

Actalent•Vancouver, WA

39d•$60 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves providing engineering and field support for the Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition (SCADA) system and related systems within the Power System Control (PSC) Technical Services group located in Vancouver, Washington.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical or electronics engineering.
10 years of experience with electronic engineering concepts relevant to SCADA systems.
5 years of experience in designing, installing, or maintaining SCADA systems.
5 years of experience with Ethernet or packet-based operational technology networks.
Experience with SCADA protocols such as DNP3 and Modbus.
1 year of field support service experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
1 year of hands-on troubleshooting or maintenance with common utility RTU platforms.
Familiarity with the Linux operating system.
Experience with script programming.
Experience in developing HMI/MMI interfaces.
Experience in conducting classroom training or laboratory workshops.

Responsibilities

Provide technical SCADA engineering expertise and act as a Subject Matter Expert for field technicians, design engineers, construction crews, and technical oversight committees.
Develop maintenance standards and work guides, emphasizing safety and utilizing asset management tools such as Sunflower, Cascade, and Asset Suite.
Document procedures for installation, use, and troubleshooting of SCADA hardware and software.
Validate proper data integration between field and control center systems.
Investigate and analyze operating problems with complex electronic systems, report findings, and recommend corrective actions.
Assist in developing standards for planning and design documentation for new equipment and technology.
Prepare detailed network specifications, including diagrams, charts, and equipment configurations.
Evaluate, recommend, and support test equipment used for SCADA systems.
Prepare and deliver formal training curriculum for SCADA systems.
Monitor and guide supply chain and Warehouse staff for spare parts levels.
Provide recommendations for the disposition of equipment.
Perform engineering studies incorporating technological advances and design standards.
Compile and distribute technical results and reports on system performance.
Coordinate plans of service with stakeholders and implement approved plans.
Draft work statements and verify maintenance support agreements.
Provide project/task updates.