Senior Controls Engineer

Position Title: Senior Control Engineer, Power Systems Location: HOUSTON OFFICEFLSA Class: EXEMPTResponsible to: IC&E Engineering ManagerPosition Summary: This position is primarily responsible for the design, testing, and implementation of new control and automation schemes for power generation, power distribution, and chemical processing equipment as needed by the IC&E Engineering team. Duties can involve some on-site commissioning and troubleshooting work.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Design, develop, and maintain automation systems and controls for power generation and gas processing equipmentTroubleshoot and repair automation equipment and control systemsProvide assistance to Operations teams in the use of control systemsWork with other engineers to develop and implement new control systems and automation technologiesPerform lab testing for new/potential automation equipment as neededParticipate in project planning and executionDevelop and maintain technical documentation related to automation systems and controlsProvide technical support to other departments as neededSupport/Lead Ignition implementationQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer ScienceMinimum of 5 years of experience in real time automation control and/or Embedded Systems (C, C++, and/or structured text) programming in the power industryMinimum of 5 years of experience in the installation, operation, or troubleshooting of industrial automation and control equipmentKnowledge of Embedded C, Structured Text, Function Block, and PLC programming practicesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsValid driver’s licenseOther Preferred Qualifications:Experience with Electrical Protection RelaysExperience with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories' (SEL) electronicsExperience with SEL RTAC programmingExperience with DEIF, Deep Sea, CAT EMCP, or DIANE genset controllersExperience with Allen Bradley and/or Rockwell PLC’sExperience with Medium or High Voltage Switchgear/Substation electronics and controlsExperience with Power Management SystemsExperience with the integration of industrial SCADA systems and we-based HMI’sKnowledge of Electrical Protection SchemesKnowledge of Electrical Arc Flash and Coordination StudiesKnowledge of National Electric Code (NEC) and/or other relevant codes and standardsThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.VoltaGrid is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment #GCJob SummaryRequisition Number: SENIO001594Job Category: EngineeringSchedule: Full-Time