G&W Electric

Power Grid Automation Engineer II

G&W Electric$84K — $97K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field.
  • 5+ years of progressive engineering design or development experience.
  • Excellent communication skills for interacting with internal teams and customers.
  • Strong background in industrial/utility programming with emphasis on relay programming.
  • Experience with relays and switchgear, along with electrical troubleshooting expertise.
  • Proficient in MS Windows and project application software.
  • Ability to travel overnight 5-10% of the time.

Responsibilities

  • Lead integration of switchgear automation projects and provide customer support.
  • Prepare proposals detailing functional descriptions and pricing for GW switchgear automation solutions.
  • Provide both pre and post sales technical support for customized solutions.
  • Manage Distribution Automation projects from quoting through to customer acceptance.
  • Design logic and program relays/controllers while testing systems as needed.
  • Create flexible programming templates that align with hardware for tailored products.
  • Maintain relationships with key technology vendors to ensure project success.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • Short and long-term disability options included.
  • Life insurance policy provided.
  • Health club membership and reimbursement programs.
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions.
  • Annual profit-sharing opportunities available.
  • Generous vacation policy provided.
  • Access to a state-of-the-art air-conditioned manufacturing facility.
Full Job Description
Power Grid Automation Engineer II

Technical lead and programmer for the integration of switchgear automation providing project management and customer support.

As a Power Grid Automation Engineer II, you will:
  • Prepare GW switchgear automation solution proposals that include written functional description and pricing.
  • Apply product knowledge of relays, programming, and communication in switchgear distribution automation applications.
  • Provide pre and post sales technical support to sales/marketing, production engineering, and customers for customized distribution automation solutions.
  • Project Manage Distribution Automation projects from Quoting stage through Customer site acceptance.
  • Design logic, program relays and controllers, and test systems as required for projects.
  • Develop flexible program templates and software solutions that can be combined with hardware for customizable product packages
  • Manage technical relationship with key DA technology vendors
  • Assist Production Engineering with minor modifications as necessary for specific customer applications.
  • Train and assist customers with installations and commissioning including on-site activities as necessary.
  • Have the ability to function in cross-functional work teams

We are looking for someone who:
  • Holds a Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of progressive experience in Engineering design and/or development.
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with peers and internal and external customers.
  • Has strong industrial / utility programming understanding and skills with a strong preference for relay programming.
  • Has training and/or experience in relays and switchgear and electrical troubleshooting.
  • Possesses knowledge of MS Windows, Word, Spreadsheet and project applications is required.
  • Can travel overnight 5-10%
  • Has the following preferred technical knowledge:
    • Three Phase power systems including:
      • Symmetrical components
      • Load flow
      • Over current protection functions
    • Relay integration and logic programming for: SEL, Basler, and GE relays
    • Communications including:
      • Standards
      • Fiber Optic Cable Selection and Application
      • Radio Communication and Antenna Selection
      • Cellular Communication and Antenna Selection
    • Typical primary Voltage and Current test procedures
    • Electromagnetics and the application of motors, transformers, and generators on the power distribution system

What we offer you:

Typical pay is $84,872-97,193 annually.

Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.

This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program

G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Health club membership program and reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401 (k)
  • Annual Profit Sharing
  • Vacation
  • Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility

About G&W Electric

G&W Electric is a manufacturer of electrical equipment for the power industry. The company produces a range of products including switchgear, reclosers, and distribution automation solutions. G&W Electric serves customers in the utility, industrial, and commercial markets. The company was founded in 1905 and is headquartered in Bolingbrook, Illinois.
Learn more about G&W Electric
Size
1,000 employees
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Founded
1905

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