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**Job Family:** Electrification & Automation

**Req ID:** 478533

Electrical Design Engineer – Protection & Control Panels

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrive is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

Siemens Electrification and Automation is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to support Siemens customers in designing, developing, and manufacturing world-class power protection and automation panels of substation Protection, automation systems and applications that incorporate Siemens or other automation products.

We are looking for a** **Protection and Automation Panel Design Engineer. This position will be based at Wendell, NC. Relocation assistance is available.

You’ll make an impact by:

+ Design Electrical, Mechanical and System Drawings of Protection and Automation Panels in accordance with customer specifications and guidelines, using design software and drawing tools.

+ Develop logic diagrams and protection schemes based on technical drawings and further customer specifications.

+ Prepare (FAT & SAT) Factory & Site Acceptance Test procedures for protection systems projects.

+ Collaborate with a team of professionals to develop electrical Systems that meet industry standards, and customer requirements.

+ Be one of our primary customer interfaces, including trouble shooting and commissioning support.

+ Provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle, including design, implementation, and commissioning phases.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

_Basic Qualifications:_

+ Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.

+ 3+ years of direct experience in electrical design in the Power Systems protection and Automation Engineering Field.

+ Experience working with **Engineering Base** (EB) Software - AUCOTEC and the Global Engineering Library (GEL) database for electrical and Mechanical Panel design, with at least 1 year of experience using this tool.

+ Advanced Knowledge of Microsoft Visio tools.

+ Advanced Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

+ Applied knowledge of transmission or distribution protection relays; capable of designing and specifying them.

+ Knowledge of at least one of the relay/automation products and associated software from Siemens, GE, SEL or ABB.

+ Communication Network Technologies, including Design and hardware configuration.

+ Communication protocols such as IEC61850 (MMS/GOOSE/SMV), DNP, Modbus.

+ Knowledge of ANSI standards related to Protection and Electrical Panel Design

+ Around 5% of travel is expected depending on project assignments and requirements.

_Preferred Qualifications:_

+ Experience working with AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical.

+ Knowledge of Protection and Automation Systems of Electrical Systems.

+ Basic knowledge of Medium and High Voltage Protection

1. Medium voltage protection schemes (including design of transfer schemes and reverse interlocking schemes)

2. Generator Protection

3. Line Differential and Distance Protection

+ Knowledge of Global Engineering Library (GEL) and creation of local Database, using standard worksheets, EB Table, and Cabinet Routing with Engineering Base Software.

+ Knowledgeable on communication protocols such as Profibus, OPC, IEC101, IEC104.

+ C Programming Language experience.

+ Experience Leading projects.

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us. Learn more about our commitment to DEI here (https://www.siemens.com/us/en/company/environmental-society-governance/diversity.html) .

Protecting the environment, conserving our natural resources, fostering the health and performance of our people as well as safeguarding their working conditions are core to our social and business commitment at Siemens. They are an integral part of our Business Conduct Guidelines and our corporate strategy.

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