Protection & Controls Engineer I - FACTS & HVDC - Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc.

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products (MEPPI) serves the North American power systems, rail transportation, and large visual display markets with electrical and electronic products, systems, and services.

POSITION SUMMARY

MEPPI is looking for a Protection & Controls Engineer to program, design and implement monitoring, communication and control hardware and software for energy systems for the Substation Division (SSD).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform programming of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) software and hardware to monitor and control energy system equipment.
• Perform and document verifications of designs.
• Create hardware and software specifications.
• Implement cybersecurity service plans for FACTS & HVDC systems that ensure compliance to NERC-CIP regulations., Track and report on vulnerabilities and countermeasures on a regular basis.
• Develop software patches, conduct patch testing on operating systems, and support the patch application in the field.
• Program, test, and troubleshoot cybersecurity devices, including unidirectional data diodes, remote access servers, and other SCADA communications equipment.
• Design and program Human Machine Interface (HMI) hardware and software for FACTS & HVDC systems.
• Participate in site commissioning tests for FACTS and HVDC systems.
• Prepare and review mechanical and electrical and system drawings.
• Review vendor design submittals and quotes.
• Design, implement and troubleshoot communication links and networks between devices.
• Perform factory acceptance tests (FAT) and field/site acceptance tests (SAT). Create test plans and report results.
• Monitor and track progress towards completion milestones and deadlines. Communicate progress towards the achievement of milestones and deadlines.
• Assist with developing and implementing design improvements for product quality, processing time, component lead time, construction time, and to facilitate product support.
• Further the goals and positive, professional image of the Division by professionally representing the Company at customer locations and through interaction with other MEPPI Departments and vendors.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related discipline with 0-2 years of experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Intermediate computer programming experience with modern programming languages.
• Intermediate knowledge of network and communication protocols, logic and control platforms, and system programming.
• Intermediate interpersonal communication skills required to communicate with employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Intermediate analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and material.
• Intermediate computer skills, emphasizing knowledge of MS Office products, MATLAB, Simulink, and power systems simulation software.

MEPPI offers its employees competitive salaries, commensurate with qualifications and experience, as well as comprehensive benefits including:

• 401(k) Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Employer sponsored programs including Flexible Work Arrangement, Wellness, and Professional Women's ERG, HOPE (community outreach)
• Onsite Fitness Center and Café
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Volunteer opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave