Portland General Electric · 3 months ago
Control Systems Plant Engineer
Portland, Oregon
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$84K/yr - $167K/yr
2+ years expPortland General Electric is focused on creating a smarter and cleaner energy future. As a Control Systems Plant Engineer, you will design and maintain advanced control systems for power generation facilities while ensuring cybersecurity for operational technology. Your role will involve collaborating with various teams to enhance the efficiency and safety of critical systems.
Electrical DistributionEnergyRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Maintains currency in state-of-the-art engineering practices and provides guidance and direction on engineering processes and standards to colleagues as requested
Prepares a variety of complex engineering deliverables for larger or multiple projects; coordinates multiple discipline activity
Develops procedures and job aids for design, configuration, operation and maintenance of the system
Designs, develops and manages generation plant control systems, instrumentation and other related equipment and machinery; reviews work of other engineers
Creates and maintains plant control system DCS network plans
Design, implement, and maintain security controls for industrial control systems (ICS), SCADA, and other operational technology environments, Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on OT networks and systems, Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards specific to OT environments, Monitor OT networks for security events and respond to incidents according to established protocols, Collaborate with IT security teams to ensure appropriate segmentation between IT and OT networks, Ensure compliance with NERC CIP, NIST, and other relevant regulatory standards, Evaluate and recommend security technologies specific to industrial control systems
Actively coordinates with other internal/external team members on moderately complex projects, including representing the team to interdepartmental stakeholders
Plans, develops and coordinates projects with complex design, construction, operation, maintenance or testing elements in support of engineering and construction needs of hydro, wind and thermal plants; provides accurate capital budget and job estimates
Serves as a technical specialist and provides consultation/guidance to project teams in a particular practice area; actively fosters knowledge management and provides mentoring; implements resource-management strategy
Trains junior engineers and technicians
Identifies training and testing requirements for new and complex control systems; provides guidance to other engineers, plant technicians, draftsmen, designers and less experienced colleagues on new systems, applications and cybersecurity network standard
Maintains currency in state-of-the- art engineering practices and independently applies professional knowledge of engineering processes and standards to assignments/projects
Prepares a variety of moderately complex engineering deliverables; leads smaller production teams
Provides advanced configuration and troubleshooting
Performs advanced configuration of EMS system and data historian; develops new EMS and Data Historian displays as needed for various projects
Designs, installs and maintains generation plant control systems, instrumentation and other related equipment and machinery [(e.g., programmable logic controllers (PLC), distributed control systems (DCS), interfaces to variable-speed drives and SCADA/EMS devices]. Identifies and resolves routine DCS network problems following company standards and procedures
Assigns tasks and coordinates with other internal/external team members on assigned projects; shares information and provides professional guidance in executing project tasks
Actively coordinates with dispatchers and operators to develop situational awareness tools; coordinates with automation, distribution and neighboring utilities to maintain accurate data operational systems and applications; coordinates with field technicians and automation testing engineers in Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) testing work; provides operational support for dispatchers and operators
Provides complex design, construction, operation, maintenance or testing elements in support of engineering and construction needs of hydro, wind and thermal plants; contributes to capital budget and job estimates
Shares current knowledge of latest technology and processes; may assist with mentoring, recognition and any corrective actions required
Communicates new design standards to plant technicians, draftsmen, designers and less experienced colleagues; reviews designs to ensure they meet standards and makes corrections as needed
Qualification
Required
Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering
Typically five or more years in related field or four or more years in related field with PE license for Senior level P3
Typically two or more years in related field for Intermediate level P2
Professional Engineering (PE) license strongly preferred for Senior level P3; may be required based upon role
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam strongly preferred for Intermediate level P2; may be required based upon role
Computer Network Architecture and Network Security Configuration
Installation and Configuration of Computer Hardware -Windows Servers, Virtualization Clusters, Firewalls, Routers
Configure Security Applications for Logging and Monitoring, Backup & Recovery, Anti-virus and Patching
Diagnose problems and interact with teams, internal clients and vendors
Configure control software and hardware applications
Create and design control system logic, Program PLCs (Allen-Bradley, GE, Emerson), HMI / SCADAs (FactoryTalk, GE, Emerson), DCS (Emerson)
Manage site construction and installation of projects
Manage site start-up support for control systems
Support and Coordinate commissioning activities on new projects and upgrades
Identify control system components and use a bill of materials to meet project requirements adhering to UL 508A, IEEE, and NEC standards
Advanced knowledge of engineering and economic principles and concepts
Advanced knowledge of other engineering disciplines and advanced ability to interpret engineering deliverable content as assigned
Advanced knowledge and application of engineering processes and procedures; working knowledge of other related departments and functions
Advanced industry knowledge and technology trends
Advanced knowledge of company QA/QC process and procedures
Intermediate knowledge of construction feasibility
Intermediate knowledge of procurement and contract administration
Advanced knowledge of process and procedures for project controls and estimates
Advanced knowledge of control and instrumentation concepts, practices and procedures
Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks
Ability to follow accuracy standards
Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks
Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment
Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress
Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change
Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback
Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement
Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks
Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization
Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks
Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch schedule
Ability to work long hours
Ability to work a variable schedule
Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather
Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance
Ability to work at a PGE site a minimum of 3 days a week in person
Does the job require a valid driver's license? Yes
Driving/travel/commute frequently (at least once a week or more)
Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)
Lifting/pushing/pulling (check appropriate weight): Up to 10 lb
Carrying (check appropriate weight): Up to 10 lb
Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats); check all that apply: Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings), Confined spaces, Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces), Stairs (over 10 steps), Ladders (over 10 rungs)
Office environment, Plant environment, Field environment
Preferred
ABET–accredited engineering program or program accredited by an equivalent agency preferred
Certified Information Systems Professional (CISSP) or GIAC Information Security Professional Certification (GISP) a plus
Benefits
Total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development
Company
Portland General Electric
Portland General Electric (PGE) is a vertically integrated electric utility engaged in the generation, purchase, transmission.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$379.5MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-05-10Grant· $4.5M
2022-10-25Post Ipo Equity· $375M
2006-04-03IPO
Leadership Team
Maria Pope
President and Chief Executive Officer
Joseph Trpik
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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