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Place of work :
- Slovakia or your home EU country (if outside of EU the relocation to Slovakia is a must)
- Extensive international travel (50%) for Commissioning activities, FATs, Internal Validations. Short notice mobilization request in some cases
- To have an EU passport is mandatory
With a permanent position working for Schneider Electric Regional Execution Platform (REP) Bratislava, Digital Protections Application Senior Engineer :
Is responsible for IED Protection parameters (Logic, Communication, Protection Settings) design and commissioning for Complex Technical International projects within Europe and South America Region.Has advanced knowledge about complete SE IED portfolio (VAMP, SEPAM, MICOM, EASERGY, TESYS)Has advanced knowledge about Communication protocols (IEC61850, Modbus, OPC, Profibus, DNP3, IEC103, etc.)Has advanced knowledge about Power Metering Relays and how to use / program themHas confirmed experience about GOOSE (Generic Object Oriented Substation Event) signalsHas advanced knowledge about ANSI / IEEE Standard Device Function numbersLearns and applies applicable standards, tools, procedures and best practices in this area.Reports on commercial and technical argumentation in this area.Main tasks on her / his leadership are (at least) the following :
Define the best type of SE IED that complies with client needs accordingly with protection planUnderstand and implement LV / MV protection settingParticipates in Protection Relays Testing in Factory or SiteDevelop complex Logic functions inside IED to comply with client needsImplement Communication IED descriptions (CID files) for communication with internal and external SCADA systemsDefines IP and Ethernet network between connected devicesDevelop and commission Automatic Transfer Logic (ATS)Participates in Tender process to estimate and quote manhours neededParticipates on Site commissioning on ED SWGR and EMCS interfacingScope and environment
INTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS
With the Project Team to organize Design / commissioning tasks.With the Project Manager (PM), to manage schedules and customer interfaces.With the Design Leaders & Technical Leader Electrical and Digital, to advise on correct implementation of IED Logic and communication files (CID).With the Power System team to discuss the results of protection studies, to analyze eventual need of change or upgrade electrical equipment to ensure protection discriminationwith the GCP Digital Integration team to be aware and informed about latest trends and practices in digital communityEXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS
With the customers, upon request of the TL (or PM).Potentially with external vendors if clients use a competitor IED rangeKey responsibilities, activities and skill set
TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Assumes technical responsibility for robust design or for commissioning.Ensures quality (content, timing, costs) of the work doneWrites Technical reports to TL and ClientParticipates in design meetings if required, participates actively in the capitalization and sharing of experienceMaintains technical theoretical and applied skills in the ED and Power Systems domainContributes to technical innovation and productivity by sharing best practicesSKILL SETS
Strong skills in IEC & IEEE standards applicable within the ED field, knowledge of the methodology & acceptance criteria defined thereinStrong knowledge of Protection system operation, latest ranges of protection relays, preferably Micom, Sepam, Easergy & Vamp ranges.Advanced skills using IED configuration tools, like Micom S1, SFT2841, VampsetAdvanced level skills in communication protocolsKnowledge of cybersecurity and experience constructing secure networks to avoid unauthorized access or digital threats to operating networksExperience with Cybersecurity Admin Expert Cybersecurity Application PlatformExperience or literacy on Sequence of Operation PLC DesignCOMMERCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
In coordination with the TL and PM, participates in meetings with customers to clarify their needs; identifies technical limits; obtains approvalsAble to create quotation tools for calculations / studiesTracks costs and improves profitability of the calculations / studies, considering the cost of both engineering and site travelling if commissioning is engagedRESPONSIBILITIES IN TERMS OF QUALITY
Is responsible for the quality of his / her studies and for the associated documentationImplements the Quality policy and improves the level of customer satisfactionRespect and follow SE HSE Standards and rulesRESPONSIBILITY IN TERMS OF SECURITY / SAFETY
Continuously monitors the security of information processed, stored, sent outActs with discretion, and does not communicate information to those who do not need itRequirements
Education
University degree in Electrical engineering (Bachelor as minimum, preferably Master) with a strong experience in the electrical distribution field and in the customer project business
Languages
English language fluent mandatory (minimum B2 level)Fluency in French is an advantage.Fluency in other languages as Spanish and / or German is a plus.Experience
At least 5 years’ experience in technical field of expertise (Electrical Distribution, Energy automation, commissioning)Proved technical experience with communication protocols preparing communication files that client SCADA is able to readProved experience doing signal and loop testing interface test with EMCS(Monitoring and Control System) and switchgearOther requirements
Willingness to travel up to 60% of working time within EU RegionEU passport holder is an advantageDriving License BAble to take decisions in complex context based on imperfect / missing conditionsPotential to work on a long time base abroad mission 6 to 12 months (Optional)Send us your CV and get the chance to HAVE :
EXCITING JOB : Join a global leader in Digital Transformation of Energy Management and Automation.Our INCLUSIVE REWARD PORTFOLIO is designed to support YOU to be your best and it goes byond pay and benefits.MEANINGFUL : Competitive pay & incentives, Market leading & Personalized benefits, Schneider Electric Foundation supporting individuals and communities around the worldINCLUSIVE : Fair pay initiatives GLOBAL, Family Leave Policy, STEP UP - Global Recognition Program, Pay equityEMPOWERED : Workplace flexibilityOPEN TALENT MARKET to own your career locally or globallyLEARNING & DEVELOPMENT : E-learning platform & E-learning LinkHEALTH AND WELL-BEING : Group life insurance for employees, Flexile working hours & home office, Multisport card, Meal allowance, Relax room & MassagesFAMILY LEAVE POLICY : Child care, Care Leave, Bereavement leave, Additional day off for women on International Women´s Day, 4 Sick days, 1 Bridge day per yearRECOGNITION and REWARDS : Attractive referral bonus, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives and events, Celebration of seniorityPERKS : Cafeteria benefit, WESOP (Worldwide Employee Share Ownership Plan), Recreation allowanceThis list of benefits applies only to candidates living or open to relocate to Slovakia.
DIGITAL PROTECTIONS APPLICATION DESIGN SENIOR ENGINEER
Place of work :
Slovakia or your home EU country (if outside of EU the relocation to Slovakia is a must)Extensive international travel (50%) for Commissioning activities, FATs, Internal Validations. Short notice mobilization request in some casesTo have an EU passport is mandatoryWith a permanent position working for Schneider Electric Regional Execution Platform (REP) Bratislava, Digital Protections Application Senior Engineer :
Is responsible for IED Protection parameters (Logic, Communication, Protection Settings) design and commissioning for Complex Technical International projects within Europe and South America Region.Has advanced knowledge about complete SE IED portfolio (VAMP, SEPAM, MICOM, EASERGY, TESYS)Has advanced knowledge about Communication protocols (IEC61850, Modbus, OPC, Profibus, DNP3, IEC103, etc.)Has advanced knowledge about Power Metering Relays and how to use / program themHas confirmed experience about GOOSE (Generic Object Oriented Substation Event) signalsHas advanced knowledge about ANSI / IEEE Standard Device Function numbersLearns and applies applicable standards, tools, procedures and best practices in this area.Reports on commercial and technical argumentation in this area.Main tasks on her / his leadership are (at least) the following :
Define the best type of SE IED that complies with client needs accordingly with protection planUnderstand and implement LV / MV protection settingParticipates in Protection Relays Testing in Factory or SiteDevelop complex Logic functions inside IED to comply with client needsImplement Communication IED descriptions (CID files) for communication with internal and external SCADA systemsDefines IP and Ethernet network between connected devicesDevelop and commission Automatic Transfer Logic (ATS)Participates in Tender process to estimate and quote manhours neededParticipates on Site commissioning on ED SWGR and EMCS interfacingScope and environment
INTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS
With the Project Team to organize Design / commissioning tasks.With the Project Manager (PM), to manage schedules and customer interfaces.With the Design Leaders & Technical Leader Electrical and Digital, to advise on correct implementation of IED Logic and communication files (CID).With the Power System team to discuss the results of protection studies, to analyze eventual need of change or upgrade electrical equipment to ensure protection discriminationwith the GCP Digital Integration team to be aware and informed about latest trends and practices in digital communityEXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS
With the customers, upon request of the TL (or PM).Potentially with external vendors if clients use a competitor IED rangeKey responsibilities, activities and skill set
TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Assumes technical responsibility for robust design or for commissioning.Ensures quality (content, timing, costs) of the work doneWrites Technical reports to TL and ClientParticipates in design meetings if required, participates actively in the capitalization and sharing of experienceMaintains technical theoretical and applied skills in the ED and Power Systems domainContributes to technical innovation and productivity by sharing best practicesSKILL SETS
Strong skills in IEC & IEEE standards applicable within the ED field, knowledge of the methodology & acceptance criteria defined thereinStrong knowledge of Protection system operation, latest ranges of protection relays, preferably Micom, Sepam, Easergy & Vamp ranges.Advanced skills using IED configuration tools, like Micom S1, SFT2841, VampsetAdvanced level skills in communication protocolsDesirable :Knowledge of cybersecurity and experience constructing secure networks to avoid unauthorized access or digital threats to operating networks
Experience with Cybersecurity Admin Expert Cybersecurity Application PlatformExperience or literacy on Sequence of Operation PLC DesignCOMMERCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
In coordination with the TL and PM, participates in meetings with customers to clarify their needs; identifies technical limits; obtains approvalsAble to create quotation tools for calculations / studiesTracks costs and improves profitability of the calculations / studies, considering the cost of both engineering and site travelling if commissioning is engagedRESPONSIBILITIES IN TERMS OF QUALITY
Is responsible for the quality of his / her studies and for the associated documentationImplements the Quality policy and improves the level of customer satisfactionRespect and follow SE HSE Standards and rulesRESPONSIBILITY IN TERMS OF SECURITY / SAFETY
Continuously monitors the security of information processed, stored, sent outActs with discretion, and does not communicate information to those who do not need itRequirements
Education
University degree in Electrical engineering (Bachelor as minimum, preferably Master) with a strong experience in the electrical distribution field and in the customer project business
Languages
English language fluent mandatory (minimum B2 level)Fluency in French is an advantage.Fluency in other languages as Spanish and / or German is a plus.Experience
At least 5 years’ experience in technical field of expertise (Electrical Distribution, Energy automation, commissioning)Proved technical experience with communication protocols preparing communication files that client SCADA is able to readProved experience doing signal and loop testing interface test with EMCS(Monitoring and Control System) and switchgearOther requirements
Willingness to travel up to 60% of working time within EU RegionEU passport holder is an advantageDriving License BAble to take decisions in complex context based on imperfect / missing conditionsPotential to work on a long time base abroad mission 6 to 12 months (Optional)Send us your CV and get the chance to HAVE :
EXCITING JOB : Join a global leader in Digital Transformation of Energy Management and Automation.Our INCLUSIVE REWARD PORTFOLIO is designed to support YOU to be your best and it goes byond pay and benefits.MEANINGFUL : Competitive pay & incentives, Market leading & Personalized benefits, Schneider Electric Foundation supporting individuals and communities around the worldINCLUSIVE : Fair pay initiatives GLOBAL, Family Leave Policy, STEP UP - Global Recognition Program, Pay equityEMPOWERED : Workplace flexibilityOPEN TALENT MARKET to own your career locally or globallyLEARNING & DEVELOPMENT : E-learning platform & E-learning LinkHEALTH AND WELL-BEING : Group life insurance for employees, Flexile working hours & home office, Multisport card, Meal allowance, Relax room & MassagesFAMILY LEAVE POLICY : Child care, Care Leave, Bereavement leave, Additional day off for women on International Women´s Day, 4 Sick days, 1 Bridge day per yearRECOGNITION and REWARDS : Attractive referral bonus, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives and events, Celebration of seniorityPERKS : Cafeteria benefit, WESOP (Worldwide Employee Share Ownership Plan), Recreation allowanceThis list of benefits applies only to candidates living or open to relocate to Slovakia.
Information about the selection process :
If you are interested in this position, please send us your CV in English language. We really appreciate your job application. Please mind we will contact only candidates meeting our job requirements.
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