Overview In this role you will commission substation automation systems, focusing on Hitachi Energy MicroSCADA and IEC 61850-based solutions. You will collaborate with engineering teams and customers to ensure on-site systems are installed, configured, and validated to project specs and safety standards. You'll drive testing, integration, and troubleshooting during FAT/SAT and start-up, shaping reliable, secure automation in energy projects. This position offers hands-on impact on critical infrastructure with a strong cross-functional team.
Compensation / Benefits- Health care (medical, dental, vision)
- 401(k) with company match
- Life/AD&D and disability insurance
- Family care and adoption assistance
- Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, maternal/paternal, vacation, holidays)
- Tuition reimbursement and on-demand learning
Responsibilities- Perform FAT and SAT for substation automation systems
- Configure and test SCADA systems, HMI interfaces, and RTU logic
- Validate communication protocols (IEC 61850, Modbus, DNP3, GOOSE) and interoperability
- Troubleshoot issues during commissioning and start-up
- Prepare and execute detailed commissioning plans and procedures
- Conduct point-to-point testing, alarm/event verification, and control command validation
- Verify system behavior under redundancy conditions (PRP/HSR networks, redundant servers/gateways)
- Integrate automation systems with protection and control schemes
- Configure MicroSCADA applications and ensure proper system functionality
- Verify system performance and cybersecurity compliance
- Support IEC 61850 SCL file integration (ICD/CID/SCD) and automated dataset/report configuration
- Prepare commissioning reports, test records, and as-built documentation
- Maintain logs of system configurations and changes
- Report non-conformances into TMT tool and support corrective actions
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and customers; provide technical support and training
- Ensure compliance with HSE policies and site safety requirements
- Participate in toolbox talks, risk assessments, and LOTO procedures
Key requirements- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related field
- 3-7 years of experience in commissioning substation automation systems
- Hands-on experience with Hitachi Energy MicroSCADA and IEC 61850 configuration
- Strong knowledge of SCADA systems, communication protocols, and networking
- Familiarity with cybersecurity standards for automation systems
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to travel extensively for on-site commissioning
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with customers and multidisciplinary teams
- Experience with IEC 61850 analyzers, gateway configuration platforms, and test instrumentation (OMICRON CMC, Doble) is a plus
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving orientation
- Hitachi Energy MicroSCADA
- IEC 61850 configuration
- SCADA systems and HMI
