POSITION SUMMARY
Integration Engineers require a substantial amount of specialized expertise, including power system studies, software and hardware engineering, interface protocols, and general problem-solving skills. The problems to be solved have not been solved before, except in the broadest sense. Projects will include new and challenging problems with an input from a broad range of engineers where the system integration engineer "pulls it all together."
RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and maintain an advanced level of technical expertise in electric power system protection and automation Work closely with design, vendor, utility, regulatory agency, operators, owners, contractors, and protection engineers to create system programming which translates the owner's requirements into concrete technical designs. Develop settings for all layers of control including; protective relaying, and communication processors. Simulate power system conditions in a lab environment to test communications and automation functionality of integrated IEDs and software packages. Write complete, detailed reports using a computer, and accurately process job billing. Standardize logic schemes via documentation using AutoCad. Track, organize and manage projects using web based storage. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Job Qualifications: Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code and various industry standards, such as NERC, IEEE, OSHA and NFPA. Requires special skills in a majority of the following: Generation and co-generation start-up – ANSI, NEC, and NEMA specification; - complex control systems - medium and high voltage substation start-up. Thorough knowledge of electrical apparatus testing with a strong theoretical understanding of electrical power systems, and good aptitude for problem evaluation. Requires a high degree of communication, and organizational skills. Communicate effectively, in writing and verbally, with clients, peers and management. Good judgment, dependable, supervises large-scale projects with technical expertise and good business management skills. Strong computer skills including editing, formatting and using templates in Microsoft Office Suite, use of Manufacturer specific software and documentation of design within AutoCad. Willing to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays and night work. Must be available for out-of-town and international travel of up to several weeks. Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear, and smell. Frequently required to sit, climb and balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, basic color differentiation and the ability to adjust focus. Valid Driver's License. EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS Graduate Engineer BSEE or BSME and five years' experience in design, testing and commissioning of protection and automation systems. Three years' experience as Power Systems Engineer Registered Engineer in Training or the ability to obtain licensurePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Medium Lifting (30 Ibs. – 45 Ibs.) Heavy Lifting (over 50 Ibs.) Frequent Standing Frequent kneeling / crawling / stooping Frequent bending / twisting Frequent climbing (stairs, ladders) Frequent driving (car, van, truck) Due to the safety sensitive aspect of the role, candidates are required to successfully pass a drug test prior to employment. In addition, you will also be required to complete and pass a pre-employment background check and a motor vehicle records check. ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS Extreme cold (below 32*) Extreme heat (above 100*) Noise Level (Medium / High need to shout to be heard) Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors) Protective Equipment Required (earplugs, gloves, eyewear, respirator, mask, etc.) Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED 25%Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.