Application Engineer
An established engineering and systems integration organization supporting electric utilities, power infrastructure, and industrial facilities is seeking a Senior Application Engineer to lead the delivery of advanced automation and control system projects.
This position is focused on the design, development, and implementation of power automation solutions. The successful candidate will take technical ownership of projects from initial design through commissioning, working closely with customers, project teams, and field personnel to ensure successful execution.
Position Overview
As a Senior Application Engineer, you will play a key role in the development of control system architectures, automation software, SCADA integrations, and engineering documentation. This is a hands-on technical role suited to an engineer who enjoys solving complex challenges and leading projects throughout the full project lifecycle.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead the technical execution of automation and control system projects from concept through startup and commissioning.
- Design and develop PLC applications utilizing industry-standard platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell Automation, and similar technologies.
- Create detailed engineering deliverables including electrical schematics, control panel drawings, I/O lists, wiring documentation, and equipment specifications.
- Configure and integrate HMI and SCADA applications to support monitoring, control, alarming, and operational reporting.
- Ensure all engineering activities comply with applicable industry standards, customer requirements, and quality procedures.
- Participate in design reviews, troubleshooting efforts, factory acceptance testing (FAT), system validation, and field commissioning activities.
- Collaborate directly with customers to define requirements, resolve technical issues, and provide project updates.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, preferably with an emphasis on power systems or automation.
- Previous experience delivering automation or control system projects within utility, substation, power generation, or industrial environments.
- Working knowledge of common industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850, Ethernet/IP, and Profinet.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and technical documentation skills.
- Comfortable working directly with customers and managing technical project scope.
- Ability and willingness to travel as required, typically between 30% and 50%.
Preferred Background
- Experience supporting digital substation, smart grid, or power modernization initiatives.
- Understanding of protective relays, power system protection schemes, and related applications.
- Exposure to industrial networking, OT cybersecurity, or database integration projects.
- Previous experience mentoring, training, or providing technical guidance to junior engineers.
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work on high-impact power and critical infrastructure projects.
- Exposure to all phases of project delivery, including system design, development, testing, and field implementation.
- A technically challenging environment where engineers are encouraged to take ownership and drive solutions.
- Clear opportunities for career progression into senior technical and engineering leadership positions.
- Competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing professional development support.
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