Technical Support Engineer - OT Communications/IEC 61850

Job summary

Provide expert-level technical support for IEC 61850 communication and grid automation solutions to regional teams and customers. Collaborate with R&D and product teams to validate new products, develop training materials, and contribute to product roadmaps.

Job details

Job Description Summary Networks and Communications Engineers in the Customer Support Level 3 (global) team are Engineers specialized in communication protocols and Networks and Communications Engineers in the Customer Support Level 3 (global) team are Engineers specialized in communication protocols and Ethernet-based networks in the Grid Automation (GA) domain, especially focused on IEC 61850 communication and engineering. The primary function of the Customer Support Level 3 (L3) Lead Expert is technical support to customers through the Customer Support Level 1 and Level 2 regional teams. The key responsibility for this position will be IEC 61850-related support for the newest “GridBeats™ APS” protection and control solution, integration into automation and control systems and fault-finding of customer-reported communication issues. In this role, you will collaborate with GA Sales/Business Development teams, Product Management and Products R&D. You will be expected to demonstrate technical leadership, teamwork capability and the ability to keep up with evolving technologies in the grid automation communication domain.#LI-ML2 Job Description Responsibilities L3 technical support on assigned product platforms, covering both pre-sales and post-sales tasks. Proactively develop team expertise on other Products platforms. This role covers mainly products from Stafford, Bilbao, Markham, which currently include P40, P40A, P40AE, 650, MM, UR, 8 series and legacy products. Investigate reported communication and network-related issues related to the range of products, with emphasis on IEC 61850 and Ethernet networks; develop Application Notes, articles and guidance notes to drive product sales and facilitate GA project delivery. Resolve customer complaints (ACT) on products and prepare necessary customer communication such as Customer Technical Reports, accountable for resolving most critical cases such as communication disconnections. Site visits as necessary for gathering evidence for analysis, troubleshooting or customer meetings. Provide product / applications training on new products and product evolutions; develop and update training modules as necessary. Customer training responsibility in selected cases. Train the trainers from regions. Lead or contribute to customer events such as regional roadshows or seminars, in-depth training, pilot projects involving new technology. Collaboration with R&D: contribute to product roadmap as required, e.g. validation of new products and product evolutions. Maintain broad awareness of GA Product efforts to assure technical quality excellence, timely completion of work and reviews, appropriate use of resources, and responsiveness to customer needs. Technical leadership in communications in power systems Participate in industry working groups and conferences, and influence evolution of strategic technologies Work with PL teams on application and implementation new / evolving standards and technologies in the product roadmap Required Qualifications Engineering degree (Communications/Network or closely related discipline) In-depth understanding of communication protocols (serial and Ethernet) and system engineering processes used in substation automation systems 10+ years in industrial communications in the power system or similar industrial domain, or advanced degree qualification, in lieu of less experience Ability to travel (globally) up to 10% of time. Desired Characteristics Awareness of cybersecurity standards and considerations relevant to substation automation systems and IEDs Proficiency with presenting and demonstrating technology solutions to customers Fluent in English; an additional language will be a plus Work in close collaboration with a multi-site team of experts Excellent Interpersonal and leadership skills. Ability to work in small teams. Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact. Ability to work in several projects simultaneously. Effective problem identification and solution skills. Proven analytical and organizational ability. High level of flexibility to adapt to continuous changing business needs in support. For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $110 500,00 and $160 500,00 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus. This posting is for an existing vacancy. Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No

What you’ll do

Provide expert-level technical support for IEC 61850 communication and grid automation solutions to regional teams and customers. Collaborate with R&D and product teams to validate new products, develop training materials, and contribute to product roadmaps.

Requirements

Requires an engineering degree in communications or a related discipline with over 10 years of experience in industrial power system communications. Candidates must possess deep knowledge of IEC 61850 protocols and the ability to travel globally as needed.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus

Listed skills

• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Technical Support · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• IEC 61850
• Ethernet networks
• Grid automation
• Technical support
• Substation automation
• Communication protocols
• System engineering
• Troubleshooting
• Fault-finding
• Technical leadership
• Product training
• Cybersecurity
• Project delivery
• Analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Tier 3 Technical Support
• Influencing Skills
• Influencing Without Authority
• Product Roadmaps
• Organizational Skills
• Technology Solutions
• Technical Leadership
• Project Delivery
• Application Notes
• Technical Support
• Systems Engineering
• Automation
• Customer Support
• Business Development
• Communication
• Telecommunications Networks
• Communications Protocols
• Control Systems
• Customer Communications Management
• English Language
• Sales
• Leadership
• Cyber Security Standards
• Electric Power Systems
• Product Management
• Power-System Automation
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Customer Complaint Resolution
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Engineering
• Energy
• Customer Service & Support
• Technology
• Technical Support Engineer
• Technical Support Engineer / Analyst
• Information and Communications Technology User Support Technicians
• Computer User Support Specialists