PowerSecure provides energy solutions with a focus on utility and infrastructure projects.
Engineering support for MicroGrid equipment, handling commissioning and troubleshooting.
24 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Durham, NC
Onsite
Company Size
500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy Solutions
Utility Services
Renewable Energy
Sustainable Infrastructure
Project Management
Consulting
Design
Engineering
Sector Specialisms
Distributed Energy Infrastructure
Solar Energy
Fuel Cells
Energy Storage
Microgrid Solutions
Governmental
Institutional
Healthcare
Role
Description
device programming
engineering change
field troubleshooting
retrofit projects
issue escalation
action coordination
Liaison to engineering groups in the factory to issues in the field that arise during the start-up, commissioning, and field troubleshooting on a site.
Assist in the development and execution of field retrofit projects, engineering change notice, product technical troubleshooting guidelines and procedures.
Escalate issues to leadership that threaten the quality or schedule of projects in a timely manner to assure customer satisfaction while not taking on exorbitant costs.
Programming devices such as Woodward controllers, DIEF Controllers, SEL Protective Relays, Beckwith Protective Relays, and Siemens/GE PLC’s./
Provide control of onsite engineering changes to drawings and settings files.
Aid on complex start-ups. Field troubleshooting, technical support via phone assistance and occasionally onsite.
Effectively communicate open action items to proper initiatives for action planning and task assigning.
Requirements
electrical engineering
switchgear
plc
generators
nfpa 70
problem solving
Occasional exposure to and requirement to work on around industrial equipment including switchgear/switchboards, Diesel and Gas generators, outdoors, around metal welding, forming, cutting and other industrial processes.
6+ years of commercial/industrial experience working on Generators, ATS/switchgear, and Paralleling Control systems. Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering can substitute for 4 years of experience.
Normal work environment will be in a remote office. If travel is necessary then work environment will include exposure to weather, extreme heat or cold, noise
Switchgear Products such as Square D, Eaton, ABB, and Siemens circuit
Ability to troubleshoot Switchgear and/or PowerGen equipment and systems.
Ability to learn PowerSecure Microgrid Solution Products.
PowerGen Products such as Volvo or PSI
Possess good communication skills and demonstrate the ability to provide technical direction via phone and email.
Ability to commission complex projects that are PLC based design controlling entire distribution system in a large building such as Hospital, Data Center, or
Possess excellent time management skills. Must be able to take initiative to meet deadlines and the ability to prioritize workload with minimal supervision.
Manual dexterity to operate digital equipment, including computers and PLC’s, protective relays, controllers and other such equipment with small fine buttons and operators.
Travel will occasionally be required. Up to 45%.
NFPA 70 ARC Flash Certified preferred
Ability to troubleshoot and provide technical assistance on:
Work both in an outdoor and indoor office settings. Able to withstand outdoor temperatures with reasonable accommodations. Able to work at a desk in an office setting for 8 hours a day.
Ability to understand and follow project scopes.
Valid Driver’s License.
Ability to understand operational theory of Switchgear and/or PowerGen products and proficient understanding of AC/DC Electrical Theory.
Possess good analytical and problem-solving skills along with failure analysis and corrective action implementations.
Experience in reading and understanding Electrical and Mechanical Schematics and Engineer of Record Drawings.
Experience in areas: Programming Logic Controllers (PLC), Generator controllers, Protective relays, Alternators and Generators.
Commissioning and field experience are recommended.
Ability to understand and develop and/or make edits to Switchgear and/or
Benefits
Competitive pay and a matching 401 (k) plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Incentive Programs
Employee Referral Program
Vacation, Company Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO- personal and sick days)
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage