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The SEL ES engineering team designs, develops, tests, and commissions projects to meet our customers’ requirements. Applications include, but are not limited to:\nUtilities - Generation, Transmission and Distribution\n\nIndustrial Plants and Universities- Substation and Switchgear\n\nRenewables - Wind, Solar, and BESS\n\nSEL ES - Automation projects focus on data collection of system IEDs, logic controls, and the presentation of data for the customer to monitor and control their power system.\nUtilizing real-time logic controllers and communication equipment, the SEL ES Automation engineer owns the planning, design, development, testing and commissioning of the project. Projects often include, but are not limited to:\nCommunication network equipment\n\nConfiguration of real-time controllers to serve as RTUs.\n\nHuman Machine Interface (HMI) or server to an upstream SCADA client.\n\nConfiguration of real-time controllers to perform custom logic such as automatic system fault location, isolation and restoration.\n\nConfiguration of workstations for power system analytic software\n\nPosition:\nProject Engineer - Automation\n\nPosition Experience Requirement:\nMinimum of 5+ years\n\nPast work history, or equivalency, to meet position description and skill requirements\n\nPosition Description :\nWorking alongside Project Managers, Technical Leads, and Engineers from other focus areas\n\nTechnical leading to assist Project Managers and Salesforce in planning applications for customers\n\nJoins customer meetings to provide SEL equipment expertise and recommendations for future and active projects\n\nDefines and oversees the execution of multiple objectives with minimal guidance and general high-level direction\n\nResearch of SEL equipment, third-party equipment and solutions\n\nBranching into OT network solutions (Layer 1, Layer 2 Architecture and Applications Data Flow)\n\nResearch of emerging technologies and trends within and beyond their focus area.\n\nMentors their project team and teaches others in their disciplines.\n\nReviews and certifies deliverables for quality standards prior to customer submittal\n\nAutomation Design Specifications and drawings\n\nProduct configurations\n\nFactory testing and procedures\n\nField safety preparations and commissioning procedures\n\nService reports\n\nTechnical lead of the project engineering team that will define deliverables, schedule, and project execution from design through commissioning.\n\nPosition skill requirements:\nUnderstanding of project engineering scope in relation to project budget (labor and equipment)\n\nOwnership of schedule and a self-starter for research\n\nProfessional communication skills to be the direct technical contact for customers and colleagues.\n\nDesigning of control logic schemes and network configurations\n\nAbility to analyze electrical one-line drawings, DC/AC Schematics, and Bill of Materials\n\nExperience with industry standard communication protocols (IEC-61850, DNP, Modbus, etc.)\n\nExperience with server/client SCADA applications\n\nExperience with design/development suite of HMI applications\n\nWilling to travel at least 25% of the time domestically and abroad\n\nAdditions skills but not requirements:\nExperience with phase I/O style project management\n\nExperience with SEL product configurations\n\nExperience with IEC-61131 programming\n\nExperience with Python programming\n\nExperience with IT/OT Network design\n\nExperience with IT/OT Network troubleshooting (Wireshark)\n\nSubstation safety training\n\nCompetitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.\nPeople are at the core of our company. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.\nSEL makes an annual Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) contribution for eligible employees. The group RRSP also supports personal contributions.\nWe offer top tier health insurance that includes extended coverage for medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.\nWe recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: Statutory paid holidays, personal holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 15 days, 9 paid sick days, parental leave that covers up to 90% of regular earnings, and family medical and compassionate leave.\nWe foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs. \nAsk our team about other benefits including wellness, and adoption assistance.\nThis position is located in either Brossard, QC, Calgary, AB, Burnaby, BC, or Markham, ON:\nMarkham, ON, is located just 30 km from downtown Toronto. Enjoy beautiful views of the Rouge River Valley, and access to trails and outdoor recreation. Markham is a city rich in history and culture. Known for its award winning heritage district, and performing arts. Enjoy all the amenities of the big city or explore beautiful green spaces. Whatever your interest, you will find it in Markham.\nBrossard, QC, is an exceptional job location that seamlessly blends career opportunities with an unparalleled quality of life. Nestled in the vibrant province of Quebec, Brossard offers a dynamic and multicultural work environment with a thriving economy. As a suburb of Montreal, it provides easy access to one of North America's most culturally rich and diverse cities. Brossard boasts a strong sense of community, excellent schools, and a high standard of living. With its strategic location, employees enjoy proximity to various industries, including technology, healthcare, and finance. The city's commitment to green spaces and recreational facilities ensures a healthy work-life balance. Embrace career growth and fulfillment in Brossard, where professional success harmonizes with a welcoming community and a beautiful natural backdrop.\nCalgary, AB\nThis position is located in Calgary, AB. Situated in the eastern foothills of the Canadian Rockies, the city's close proximity to unspoiled nature allows for easy access to outdoor recreation. Calgary receives more days of sunshine than any another Canadian city. Enjoy world class shopping, dining, and entertainment, as well as access to excellent schools and universities. The diverse opportunities in Calgary make it the perfect place to live and work.\nCommunication with Applicants\nWe communicate with all applicants. 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