Associate Settings and Automation Engineer

About the Role

Leidos is seeking an Associate Settings and Automation Engineer to join a diverse and fast-paced organization, playing a valuable part in leading and designing microgrid and renewable energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize familiarity with microgrid control systems and automation technologies, such as SCADA systems, EMS, IEDs, HMIs, and RTUs.
• Apply understanding of microgrid concepts, including islanding operation, grid-connected operation, energy management, control strategies, and power flow management.
• Participate in Functional Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT).
• Perform Hardware in the Loop (HIL) testing.
• Demonstrate knowledge of various renewable energy technologies such as solar PV systems, wind turbines, batteries, and other DERs.
• Use experience with power electronics and their application in renewable energy systems and microgrids.
• Perform planning and engineering in support of telecommunication systems and projects.
• Establish project schedules and budgets.
• Develop drawings and specifications for utility telecommunication system projects.
• Coordinate with internal engineering departments, external contractors, and utility construction crews.
• Travel to project sites to collect information on existing conditions.
• Demonstrate proficiency in CAD software for electrical system design, simulation tools for modeling and analysis, and programming languages used in microgrid control systems.
• Apply knowledge of commonly utilized communication protocols (DNP, SEL, MMS, Modbus, etc.).
• Utilize experience with Protection & Control design concepts, including one-lines, three-lines, schematics, and wiring.
• Use experience with commonly utilized system modeling software programs (ASPEN, CAPE, CYME, ETAP, SKM, etc.).
• Employ experience with DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61131 Programming, AcSELerator RTAC, SEL 5030 Quickset, GE Cimplicity, and Protocol Test Software (preferred).

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).
• Knowledge of microgrids, renewable energy, and power system Protection and Control (P&C) experience.
• Ability to quickly learn and effectively use a variety of client software applications and databases.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook.
• Ability to occasionally perform field work in rough terrain to access remote project locations.

Additional Details

This role offers technical and non-technical training, opportunities to interface with utility clients, leadership opportunities, and mentorship.