Senior SCADA & Automation Engineer 1 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Reading, PA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

As an Automation Engineer in Sargent & Lundy’s Electric Grid Infrastructure Services business unit, you will plan, engineer, and design SCADA and communications systems for client projects. The work addresses operational needs and emerging applications such as Smart Grid, substation and distribution automation, battery energy storage, and microgrid controllers. You will develop system designs and documentation, configure and test automation and communications equipment, troubleshoot systems, and coordinate with engineers, project managers, clients, and suppliers. The role also includes mentoring less experienced engineers and contributing to peer learning through the company’s Communities of Practice.

The position uses a hybrid work arrangement: three days a week in the office and two days remote. Travel to client and vendor offices may be required, with travel of up to 30%. A generous relocation package may be available depending on location. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience designing, configuring, implementing, and troubleshooting substation SCADA and communication systems.
• Experience with SEL, Novatech, and GE RTUs and software.
• Basic understanding of LAN/WAN devices and topology.
• Knowledge of DNP, Modbus, SEL, and IEC 61850 (MMS/Goose) protocols over serial and IP-based connections.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 30%.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Electronic, Telecommunications, or Computer Systems Engineering.
• Experience with communications troubleshooting software and hardware, such as ASE Test Set and Wireshark.
• Protective relay settings experience with SEL, GE, ABB, or similar equipment.
• Radio communications experience.
• Network design credentials and applied knowledge of IP/MPLS.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project and Visio.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Familiarity with NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards and cybersecurity.
• CISSP certification.
• Interest in learning and effectively using relevant emerging technologies.
• Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies where relevant to the role.

Responsibilities

• Plan, engineer, and design SCADA and communications systems for client projects.
• Develop communication block diagrams, panel layout and bill-of-material drawings, SCADA AC and DC schematics, fiber detail drawings, and network drawings.
• Review and provide design input for protection and control drawings to address SCADA system requirements.
• Develop points lists for data transferred among RTUs, IEDs, and master station connections.
• Configure Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), including SEL RTAC, Novatech OrionLX, SMP Gateway, and GE-D20 equipment.
• Configure programmable automation controllers (PACs), including SEL-2440 and SEL-2411.
• Program Human Machine Interface (HMI) applications.
• Coordinate with relay settings engineers on communication port settings for protection relays, meters, and other IEDs.
• Develop configurations for network devices such as switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Troubleshoot SCADA network and communications systems remotely and onsite as required.
• Develop SCADA system and network documentation for projects.
• Develop automation tools to improve project efficiency.
• Stage, configure, and test integrated system designs for interoperability and performance in the Protection, Automation & Telecommunication Laboratory.
• Ensure strict adherence to NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards.
• Coordinate with and provide guidance to engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure complete and timely designs.
• Share knowledge with experienced engineers through the company’s processes and Communities of Practice.
• Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
• Travel to client and vendor offices as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Back-up daycare.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 401(k).
• Pre-tax commuter account.
• Merit Scholarship Program.
• Employee Discount Program.
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program.
• Tuition assistance.
• First Professional Licensure Bonus.
• Employee Referral Bonus.
• Paid annual personal/sick time.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Yearly discretionary bonus may be available to eligible employees.
• Relocation package may be available depending on location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed