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Title: Communication and Control Engineer - Specialist Mandatory skills: project management,technical design, C&C system, Communication & Control schemes,electrical equipment, G.O. 6, 8, TOA system,Communication Management Systems, Cascade, FootPrints, Confluence,substation and line equipment, SCADA, DA, NERC requirements,PC applications, AutoCAD, Meridian, AcSELerator RTAC, VistaNET, SGConfig, WebFG,SCADA control systems, gas and electric transmission, hydroelectric generation,communications systems, energy management control systems Description:
Qualifications:2 to 4 years of electric utility experience and a graduate from a four year ABET accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology Increased understanding of basic engineering/technical theories and principles. Increased understanding of basic practices of researching technical design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Good written and oral communication skills. Understanding of basic principles of project management. PMP Certification. Experience in the electric utility industry. All of the qualifications of an Specialist I plus the following: Increased understanding of Communication & Control principles. Advanced ability to read & interpret schematic and wiring diagrams. Specific knowledge of Client ’s T&D, communication configurations and substation operations. Ability to complete moderate C&C system modernizations. Ability to analyze and troubleshoot Communication & Control schemes under limited supervision. Advanced ability to use Client electrical equipment clearance procedures (G.O. 6, 8, and TOA system). Increased proficiency with Client ’s Communication Management Systems (Cascade, FootPrints, and Confluence). Increased ability to perform field acceptance testing of new substation and line equipment (SCADA and DA). Ability to execute moderate capital projects with limited supervision, which includes the ability to provide on-site technical support and direction of field personnel to ensure that all substation and line electrical equipment and C&C systems are installed, tested and operate properly. Ability to perform scheduled maintenance of C&C systems to ensure reliability and compliance with NERC requirements with limited supervision. Specific ability to use of engineering PC applications (AutoCAD, Meridian, AcSELerator RTAC, VistaNET, SGConfig, WebFG)Responsibilities:Specialist II provides technical expertise to solve more complex problems and leadership skills to provide oversight and direction of work in a specific area of expertise, with some supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop advanced skills and the ability to work with greater independence. This position is responsible for the initial design, installation, testing and maintenance of the communication and SCADA control systems that monitor, control, and protect the capital investment that has been made in the Client gas and electric transmission, distribution, and hydroelectric generation and lake level control infrastructure. Performs communication and SCADA system troubleshooting and problem correction. Works with other Gas and Electric departments to coordinate outages, design, build and commissioning new substations, communications systems, and energy management control systems. Work Schedule can include extended hours or overnight stays out of the area. Personnel are subject to 24/7 emergency callout. With Some Supervision: Provides technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems in area of expertise. Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities. Prepares thorough and accurate technical repoVistaNET, SGConfig, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches. Provides critical thinking and problem solving skills Strives to continually improve job-related, engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills and performance. Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files.SuppoVistaNET, SGConfig the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally. Increased working knowledge of company and industry codes, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures. VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at hr@viva-it.com for any complaints, comments and suggestions. Contact Details : VIVA USA INC.3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425Rolling Meadows, IL 60008staffing10@viva-it.com | http://www.viva-it.com