Engineer - SCADA (All Levels) at ITC Holdings in CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The SCADA Engineer supports business objectives through the following specialty areas: Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Telecom, Fiber Communication, Control Systems, Communication Systems, Cyber Security.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designs Substation SCADA systems and telecommunication systems.


• Provides technical support to field personnel and contractors in the installation, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of SCADA systems, fiber optics, Ethernet networking and serial communication systems.


• Self-motivated to learn and understand varying computer/control system architectures and software.


• Collaborates with other engineers, departments and utilities to maintain project schedules.


• Attends meetings and training sessions to increase professional knowledge and skills.


• Maintain departmental databases relating to SCADA system documentation and fiber optic infrastructure.


• Performs NERC CIP compliance activities for department assets.


• Develops and maintain effective policies, procedures and work instructions.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required with a major in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering preferred.


• Minimum Experience:
  
  
  • No work experience required for an Associate Engineer level. 
  
  
  • Minimum of two (2) years of work experience in related area for an Intermediate Engineer level.
  
  
  • Minimum of five (5) years of work experience in related area for Senior Engineer level
  
  
  
  


• Co-op/Intern experience at a utility preferred. 


• Proficient knowledge of computer systems, operating systems, and computer hardware. 


• Sound analytical, problem-solving, organizational and documentation skills.


• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors and individuals inside and outside of the Company.


• Ability to work in a team environment.


• Ability to multi-task.


• Above average knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access).


• Ability to learn and utilize job specific software. 


• Basic understanding of Geospatial Information Systems. 


• Basic understanding of optical transport and wireless systems technologies, including both TDM and IP based communication systems. 


• Working knowledge of SCADA protocols, networking, and serial communication standards. 


• Familiar with electric drawings, symbology, and documentation. 


• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H-1B or TN visas.