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 3+ 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 $84,872-110,000 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:
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.
