Microgrid Systems Engineer (Battery Storage and Power Distribution)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary :

The Systems Engineer provides engineering services for the design and implementation of Microgrid Applications with a special focus to Hybrid / Solar / Renewable Energy Applications. These engineering activities are to provide professional Control System engineering services associated with the design of the low and medium voltage distributed energy resources (DERs). This will be based on customer or internally provided plans and specifications that will be submitted and then released for implementation in accordance with engineering procedures and standards.

Minimum Qualifications : (Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills) :

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related technical field from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in a power distribution engineering environment.
• Advanced understanding of power generation and distribution.
• Advanced understanding of solar / renewable energy equipment / system deployment, integration and troubleshooting.
• Basic Field Networking experience with Modbus and / or DNP3.
• Prior experience designing / implementing Microgrid or distributed energy resource applications is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of digital multifunction relays for Genset protection and electric utility requirements : Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories and Beckwith.
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers with one or more of the following manufacturers : Emerson / GE, Siemens, and / or Allen Bradley.
• Ability to travel up to 15% of time.
• Strong analytical, communication and organizational skills with a desire for continuous improvement.
• Proficient with ladder logic programming.
• An understanding of the NEC.
• Proficient with MS Office applications.
• Experience with 2-D CAD software.
• Proficient with industrial automation software packages.
• Experience with TIA Portal or Proficy Machine Edition a plus.
• Ability to interact with peers and management in a positive manner.
• Knowledge of structured programming communications and various protocols.
• Proficient acting as a system integrator and understanding high level operation.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

synchronization, etc.

Program Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) for the following applications, but not limited to :

Physical Demands and Work Environment :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; manual dexterity will be required to feel objects, grasp / use tools or manipulate controls. Employee will also be required to reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk or hear; or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust

focus. Must be able to work in front of screens for extended periods.

For the most part, the work environment includes ambient room temperatures, well-lit work areas and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment. Office environment with shared spaces. Occasional Manufacturing and site visits may be required.

Primarily office environment with exception for occasional Manufacturing and site visits that require utilizing proper PPE.

About Us :

PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, is a leading provider of innovative energy solutions to electric utilities and their industrial, institutional, and commercial customers.

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We invest in high-value and cost-effective benefits for our employees. Our benefits package includes :

PowerSecure is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender,

sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This position is not open to third party recruiters.