Senior Project Engineer - Switchgear Automation

Why Work at Rehlko

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Work-life flexibility

• Recognition and rewards

• Development and career opportunities

• A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

BASIC FUNCTION

As a key member of the automation team, the candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and testing PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers) and HMI (Human Machine Interface) programs for moderately complex switchgear systems. The candidate will possess strong technical expertise in industrial automation.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

1.    Develop, implement, and optimize PLC programs for controlling switchgear and related equipment, including integration with protection, control, and monitoring systems.

2.    Design and configure user-friendly HMIs for system control, monitoring, and diagnostics, ensuring intuitive interfaces and accurate representation of system parameters.

3.    Work in a team environment to develop software requirements, architecture, and structure.

4.    Work closely with electrical engineers, project managers, and field technicians to ensure smooth integration of PLC/HMI systems with switchgear, control panels, and other automation equipment.

5.    Identify, track, and correct software defects.

6.    Produce comprehensive documentation, including program code, HMI layouts, system configuration, and user manuals.

7.    Assist in the commissioning of PLC/HMI systems at client sites, ensuring full functionality.

8.    Review and markup design drawings, bills of materials and sequences of operations for switchgear control systems.

9.    Work on special projects as dictated by the needs of the department.

 

RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS:

1. Reports to Sr. Manager – Switchgear Engineering

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS:

1. Has frequent contact with other engineers and supervisors regarding the design of Switchgear products.

2. Has moderate contact with service department on switchgear service problems.

 

EXTERNAL BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS:

1. Has occasional contact with manufacturers’ representative organizations for electronics products and software tools.

2. Has occasional contact by telephone with customers on switchgear.

3. Has occasional direct contact with customers at their facilities regarding switchgear.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

1)    B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science

 

EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years of software development experience.

• Experience in generating formal system requirements and specifications.

• Understanding of good software design and documentation practices.

• Experience working in a structured work environment.

• Experience in software development processes and software version control.

• Experience with PLC programming. Modicon Concept or Unity, Emerson Proficy Machine Edition, or Allen Bradley (Rockwell Automation).

• Experience with HMI programming. Iconics, Vijeo-Designer or similar.

• Ability to work on and complete multiple tasks in a timely fashion

• Experience with various communications protocols (e.g., RS-485, Modbus, J1939 CAN, TCP/IP).

 

The Salary range for this position is $89,800.00-$114,100.00.The specific Salary rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.

About Us

Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at http://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are.

In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?

Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.

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 It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment, please contact [email protected]. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Our Values

Curiosity – Seek, learn, share

Trust – Go farther together

Pace – Focus to go faster

Excellence – Find the win every day