Automation Engineer

Powell Industries - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Houston, TX

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About the position

The PAD Automation Engineer position at Powell Automation Division (PAD) offers an exciting opportunity for motivated individuals to contribute to the growth and innovation in the automation space. This role involves collaborating with diverse professionals to develop and support automation solutions and intelligent products in MV/LV switchgear applications, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Become proficient in PAD solutions and offerings.
• Review and interpret client specifications to produce project Functional Design, drawings, and test documentation in accordance with project requirements and Powell standard procedures.
• Develop relay configuration files using various manufacturers such as SEL, GE, Siemens, and Beckwith.
• Design and configure SCADA systems using WonderWare InTouch, Allen Bradley Factory Talk, Copa-Data Zenon, Siemens WinCC, and/or SEL RTAC HMI.
• Use common industrial communication protocols such as Modbus TCP/IP, IEC61850, and DNP 3.0.
• Develop PLC-based electrical system monitoring and controls solutions.
• Participate in and develop documentation for factory and on-site acceptance testing (FAT and SAT), as well as perform start-up and commissioning activities as required.
• Ensure adherence to the company's Health, Safety & Environmental policies and procedures in all aspects of Site Services.
• Provide technical guidance to internal and external stakeholders, including after-sales support.

Requirements

• BSEE or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• General knowledge of at least one of the following: Automation and Control systems, Power Systems, Protective Relaying.
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 0-3 years of relevant job-related experience for Engineer level.
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 4-8 years of relevant job-related experience for Senior Engineer level.
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 7-10 years of relevant job-related experience for Lead Engineer level.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience in automation, PLC control systems, or protective relaying.
• Customer service oriented.
• Able to work effectively in a team setting or independently.
• Able to adapt to change, self-motivated, innovative, and willing to make a difference.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in producing technical documentation and technical reports.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance.