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Russell Tobin Associates seeking for SCADA Commissioning Engineer for one of our clients based in Andover, MA. Apply today for consideration
Job Title: SCADA Commissioning Engineer
Fully Remote (Central Time)
Duration: 6 Months (with possible extension)
Payrate: $65/hr. to $76/hr.
Responsibilities, include, but not limited to:
- Review and approve Contractors I&C commissioning plans, tests, SAT and SIT procedures, reports and work method statements.
- Coordinate Contractors and Vendors on work priority across multiple projects simultaneously
- Supervision and witnessing of approved tests, and review of the subsequent test reports.
- Commissioning of I&C components and systems such as:
- Automation Processors
- Sensors, drives, switches, relays, substation components, computers
- PLC/SCADA Logic-Diagrams, Logic-Symbols, SCADA Tools, Power Plant Controllers, Battery Monitoring Systems.
- Harmonization of Programming-Languages and communications protocols
- Interlock checks and optimization of control circuits according to logic-diagrams
- Commissioning coordination for I&C components of "black-box" devices,
- Proper handling of commissioning documentation, mark ups, and As-Built drawings
- Prepare regular Site progress reports for the I&C related parts/systems/equipment as required by the Head of Commissioning (daily, weekly, and monthly).
- Maintain records for design deviations by either the Contractor or the Owner including the necessary evidence supporting the implemented design for all I&C related topics.
- Review and confirm the completeness and correctness of the Handover Installation Packages as prepared by the Contractor.
- Record entries to the punch list for the construction and commissioning management.
- Ensuring that commissioning procedures are followed, and proper documentation is maintained.
- Maintain daily site log and updated temporary changes logbook as required.
- Identify and resolve conflicts between installed and as-designed conditions.
- Support site commissioning including grid and performance testing of renewable power projects.
- Coordinate with Global SCADA commissioning unit, supporting on global activities and improving policies, technical specifications and guidelines
- Assist in the coordination of I&C equipment works with civil, mechanical and electrical works to avoid conflicts and minimize delays whilst ensuring the efficient, cost-effective and safe completion of the projects.
- Review site related I&C equipment design/engineering matters submitted by the Contractor.
- Review Contractor's site quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) QCP system proposed for all I&C erection/installation activities. Apply QA/QC requirements according to field quality program, I&T programs, and I&T plans.
- Check the completeness of designs, drawings and specifications prepared by others including substation single- and three-line diagrams, fiber optic layouts, medium voltage collection systems, etc.
Skills:
- A highly collaborative and organized personality with a strong mindset towards organizational growth and change management is required.
- Highly skilled in project management practices and problem solving, with the ability to organize, prioritize, manage, and report on multiple details/tasks/ criticalities/projects to ensure accuracy and quality of outcomes.
- Expert level knowledge of field instrumentation testing procedures, requirements, methodologies, and sequencing.
- Superior knowledge about SCADA integration and communication protocols regarding protection relays, inverter controls, instrumentation, RTU and digital control systems is required.
- Superior knowledge regarding OT/It systems and protocols (PI, OPC, servers etc)
- Strong knowledge of renewable plant designs, engineering processes, instrument measuring technologies, and installation practices is required.
- Strong knowledge of Medium and High Voltage three phase power systems, AC and DC power systems, is desired.
- Strong ability to troubleshoot and correct complex electrical, mechanical, protection system and SCADA related faults/defects.
- Ability to perform start-up and commissioning of plant components, regarding I&C, according to the commissioning, start-up, operation, and maintenance manuals.
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to engage and cooperate effectively with multidisciplinary and multinational teams to carry out tasks and provide practical support throughout the commissioning and ramp-up phase of all plants.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for vendor, client, and internal customers.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility to manage deadline pressure, ambiguity, and changing needs.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Availability to frequent travels domestically
Qualifications:
Experience:
- Minimum of 8 years in industrial SCADA, industrial ethernet, and cyber security commissioning and/or engineering within power generation or related industries.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Automation and Controls, Robotics, or related disciplines).
- Master's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Automation and Controls, Robotics, or related disciplines) is strongly desired.
Rate/Salary: $65/hr. to $76/hr.