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Power Systems Controls Engineer

Aurora, OH • On-site

RoviSys
Industrial Automation Equipment Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees

$90K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago


Job description

Overview

RoviSys' Power & Energy division is seeking a Power Systems Controls Engineer to join our team.

As a Power Systems Controls Engineer, you will support the definition of, development, testing and implementation of Microgrid, Power System Automation, and EPMS (Electrical Power Monitoring System) solutions utilizing the latest automation technologies from industry leading OEMs. 

Responsibilities
  • Create and develop Functional Specifications, including SOO (Sequence of Operations) and BOMs (Bill of Materials).
  • Support Electrical Designers to develop project drawing packages.
  • Develop, test and deploy PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers), DCS (Distributed Control Systems), RTAC (Real Time Automation Controller), IED (Intelligent Electronic Devices, Relays, Meters, Synchronizers, etc.) and HMIs (Human Machine Interfaces) for Power System Automation Applications.
  • Develop Test Plans for both FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and SAT (Site Acceptance Testing) and support the execution of both tests. 
  • Support loop checks, start-up and commissioning activities as required to successfully deploy Power System Automation and Microgrid solutions.
  • Perform formal and informal customer training as required.
  • Troubleshoot existing systems that may be malfunctioning. 
Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution
  • 3-6 years of relevant controls experience
  • Working knowledge of the following automation functions or similar. (Generator Synchronization, Automatic System Islanding, Load Shedding, Main-Tie-Main, Paralleling Switchgear, Operational Dispatch)
  • Working experience with any of the following technology providers or equivalent. (Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL), Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Basler, Woodward, AVEVA, Ignition, etc.)
  • Working experience with any of the communication protocols common in the Power Industry (Modbus, DNP3, IEC-61850, OPC, BACnet, etc.)
  • Travel expectations are 25% for customer meetings, site visits and field duties.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • PE License
  • Ability to lead others in accomplishing portions of project scope and provide project leadership.
  • Additional years of experience are welcome.
Compensation & Benefits Highlights
  • Competitive Base Salary: $90,000-$130,000, depending on experience 

  • Performance Bonuses: Bonus structure designed to reward results 

  • Travel Perks: Travel incentives + per-diem packages for field assignments 

  • Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision coverage 

  • Retirement Ready: 401(k) with company match 

  • Time Off: Generous PTO which includes vacation, holidays, and unlimited personal time 

  • Grow With Us: Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support

Employment Type: FULL_TIME