Generation Control System Engineer 2

Join the Clean Energy Revolution

Become a Generation Control System Engineer 2 at Southern California Edison (SCE) and build a better tomorrow. In this job, you’ll  be responsible for the safe and reliable operations and maintenance (O&M) of the various Distributed Control Systems (DCS) used to operate SCE’s Power Generation and Water & Gas systems. You will also assist with architecting and implementing system upgrades and new solutions to challenging issues, including enabling innovative technology in the renewable generation future at SCE.

More specifically, you’ll:

• Perform sophisticated DCS maintenance activities including major logic and design changes, patching, programming, device management (ex: PLC’s), configuration changes and system integration.
• Resolve minor or sophisticated incidents and issues involving control system hardware, software, and power plant operations, demonstrating industry and technical experience with control systems and plant operations
• Perform work assignments effectively both independently and as a lead capacity
• Develop and set direction and strategies for the DCS space in conjunction with internal and external partners and collaborators
• Expand standard processes with regards to O&M of control systems, including developing procedures and documentation
• Perform with minimum supervision a hands-on role to establish and complete projects within the Generation portfolio including prioritization, planning, design, execution, testing, and deployment of various control system technologies
• Provide efficient client support and partnership with various teams such as operators, technicians, plant engineering and more
• Support leads in training tasks, and mentoring to achieve collective goals while encouraging the development of a balanced talent pipeline
• SCE’s plants and technology systems require 24/7 uptime operations, and this engineer may need to provide support off-hours on an as needed basis.

As a Generation Control System Engineer 2, your work will help power our planet, reduce carbon emissions and create cleaner air for everyone. Are you ready to take on the challenge to help us build the future?

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with simple cycle and/or combines cycle gas plants and their associated DCS systems (Ovation/MarkVIe/Woodward/PLCs).
• Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Power System Engineering, or Power Plant Engineering expertise.
• Two or more years of direct industry experience with proven expertise in power plant operations, instrumentation, and control systems maintenance.
• Knowledge of Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS), Remote Intelligent Gateways (RIG’s), Water SCADA and other control system platforms.

Additional Information

• This position’s work mode is hybrid. The employee will report to an SCE facility for a set number of days with the option to work remotely on the remaining days.  Unless otherwise noted, employees are required to work and reside in the state of California.  Further details of this work mode will be discussed at the interview stage. The work mode can be changed based on business needs.
• Visit our Candidate Resource page to get meaningful information related to benefits, perks, resources, testing information, hiring process, and more!
• Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
• The primary work location for this position is Redlands, CA.  However, the successful candidate may also be asked to work for an extended amount of time at alternate work locations.
• Position will require up to 60% traveling and being out in the field throughout the SCE service territory. 
• This position has been identified as a NERC/CIP impacted position - Prior to being hired, the successful candidate must pass a Personnel Risk Assessment (PRA) or Background Investigation.  Once hired, the candidate must complete specified training prior to gaining un-escorted access to assigned work location and performing necessary job duties.
• This position has an option for a 9/80 Alternate Work Schedule or 40hrs/5 days a week.
• Relocation does not apply to this position.

About Southern California Edison

The people at SCE don't just keep the lights on. Our mission is so much bigger. We’re fueling the kind of innovation that’s changing an entire industry, and quite possibly the planet. Join us and create a future with cleaner energy, while providing our customers with the safety and reliability they demand. At SCE, you’ll have a chance to grow personally and professionally, making a real impact in Southern California and around the world.

Southern California Edison is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations at [email protected] or (626) 302-3456 and select option 2.