Substation Communication Project Engineer

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. If you are a power delivery professional looking for a new "home" where your employer's values are aligned with yours, HDR may be a new home for you.

The primary duties of the Substation Communication Project Engineer include responsibility for knowledge and execution of the technical aspects and deliverables of substation communication projects. This person should be an experienced, competent engineer who has a good understanding of all commonly used substation equipment, and the SCADA functions associated with that equipment. It is required to have a working knowledge of substation protection and control schemes, RTU's, HMI's, PLC's, I/O devices, communication processors, Ethernet networks and equipment, serial communications, LAN/WAN devices and topology, fiber optics, radio communications, common communication protocols, and applicable device configuration software. Familiarity with SCADA communication aspects of protective relay settings and associated software is also required.

Complete all technical requirements of substation communication projects of basic to moderate complexity. Support substation project scoping efforts by reviewing existing communication infrastructure, current utility standards and best practices to provide a project communication recommendation to the design team. Complete technical reviews of substation protection and control schematic diagrams from a communication and/or SCADA perspective. Develop RTU and EMS points lists and documentation of RTU data. Develop configurations for RTU's, HMI's, I/O devices, meters, PLC's, communication processors, and network devices using proprietary software packages. Execute testing and troubleshooting of device configurations in a lab environment. Coordination of protective relay communication port parameters and data maps with system protection engineers. Coordination of EMS database changes with utilities. Provide technical and troubleshooting support for field technicians. This will primarily be via telephone and email, although on-site support will also be required on an as-needed basis. Responsible for quality control reviews of communication projects from peers and/or other teams on an as needed basis. Works independently and may direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise efforts of less-experienced EIT's and/or Designers. Work with Business Class Leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise and will attend training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to their discipline. May also assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR's technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years of experience in substation communication and SCADA engineering.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license, previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector, computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software.