Electrical Engineer II - Automation

Automation Engineer II professionals at OPPD independently execute engineering assignments that support the design, operation, and reliability of the district's automation and control systems. This role contributes to the advancement of substation automation, SCADA functionality, and protection system coordination across distribution and transmission levels. You will work with cross-functional teams, analyze operational data, and identify reliability and performance improvements. Knowledge of 3-phase power, electrical schematics, and regular use of SCADA systems is required.

What This Role Delivers

Automation Engineer II professionals at OPPD independently execute engineering assignments that support the design, operation, and reliability of the district's automation and control systems. This role contributes to the advancement of substation automation, SCADA functionality, and protection system coordination across distribution and transmission levels. You will work with cross-functional teams, analyze operational data, and identify reliability and performance improvements. Knowledge of 3-phase power, electrical schematics, and regular use of SCADA systems is required.

• Coordinate automation and protection systems of moderate complexity, including SCADA values and basic relay commands.
• Analyze operational data (including SCADA and SER), identify trends, and document findings to support corrective actions.
• Apply utility automation methods and protocols to enhance system reliability and data accuracy.
• Develop engineering deliverables that support project planning, execution, and decision making.
• Identify process-improvement opportunities and contribute to enhancements in technical quality and workflow efficiency.
• Support compliance activities and apply working knowledge of IT/OT integration concepts.

• Demonstrated ability to successfully complete essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 2+ years of relevant engineering experience
• Working knowledge of 3
  ¿ phase power and electrical schematics
• Experience working with SCADA systems
• Ability to analyze operational data and provide actionable insights
• Experience with substation automation designs or relay coordination
• Familiarity with common SCADA protocols (DNP3, Modbus, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional engineering tasks

• Office:
  Work will be performed in a modern office environment amid normal conditions of dust, odors, fumes, and noises.
• Field:
  Work will be performed outside in a wide variety of weather conditions (snow, rain, heat, cold, wind, etc.), terrain, and other natural environmental hazards as well as pollen and other airborne allergens.
• Travel:
  Must be able to travel throughout the service territory and report to various locations in a timely manner as needed.

• Work will be performed in high traffic environments.
• Will work around energized high voltage electrical equipment.
• Will work in construction areas that present many physical hazards.
• Will work at heights.

Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Grade: S4

Minimum: $90,759

Midpoint: $113,449

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