Power Substation Communications Engineer

Overview

Design and review substation communication systems for reliability and compliance

Key Responsibilities

• scada programming
• electrical design
• cybersecurity
• network design
• failure analysis
• code compliance

Tasks

-Create SCADA point lists, remote terminal unit (RTU) programs, human-machine interfaces (HMI’s), meter programs, metering overviews, and calculations under the supervision of a lead engineer. -Works within a multi-discipline team to develop and/or review efficient and reliable electrical design packages for medium and high voltage substations. -Implements sound cyber security architecture and configurations on substation devices. Applies NERC CIP compliance requirements. -Develop complete design packages for site network and communication architectures compliant with the client and regulatory requirements. -Investigates root causes of failures to maintain quality and recommend improvements. -Evaluates a design's overall effectiveness, cost, reliability, and safety. -Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions -Reviews standard substation drawings and equipment configuration requirements related to these systems. -Reviews internal and external designs for code compliance, good design practice and constructability.

Requirements

• pe
• bsc electrical
• modbus
• scada
• utility consulting
• nec

What You Bring

-A Professional Engineer (PE) registration -A high level of interpersonal communication skills, including a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills. -Prior utility consulting experience -Minimum of 2 years of professional experience design, modeling, development, and testing of substation communication systems related to SCADA/EMS and tele protection channels -Experience with industrial communication protocol, such as Modbus RTU, -Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution. -Modbus TCP, DNP3.0, Ethernet/IP -Ability to perform independently and in a team environment and provide project ownership. -Knowledge of applicable industry standards including the National Electric Code (NEC), National Electric Safety Code (NESC), and IEEE.

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Benefits

-Flexible work environment -Long term career development

About Hatch

-Began as a small civil-engineering firm and expanded into metallurgy under its namesake leader. -Now employee-owned and independent, it has grown through strategic acquisitions of engineering firms across North America and beyond. -Offers end-to-end services—from concept and feasibility through design, construction management, and operations—in key sectors. -Projects include heavy industrial and mining operations, hydropower tunnels, green-steel plants, and rail & transit infrastructure. -Specialises in multidisciplinary engineering disciplines including structural, mechanical, civil, piping, electrical, and process design. -Known for integrating advanced tools like 3D parametric design, simulation, CFD, and proprietary Hatch software in project delivery. -Milestones include delivering North America’s Niagara Tunnel Project and pioneering high-current AP60 aluminium smelting pots. -Combines local insight with global expertise to support projects in over 150 countries.

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