Protection Automation Engineer 1

Position Overview

Join the Clean Energy Revolution as a Protection Automation Engineer 1 at Southern California Edison (SCE). In this entry‑level role within SCE’s Transmission & Distribution department, you will work alongside a Senior Protection Automation Engineer to provide automation expertise for capital projects and the daily operations/maintenance of the grid. Your work will help power our planet while reducing carbon emissions and creating cleaner air for everyone.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with Ethernet Programmable Automation Controller (ePAC), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Momentum PLC, Optimum panel, and Bridge configuration, including QA review of Automation Drawings.
• Support issuing Remote Terminal Unit (RTU)/PLC point-lists, ePAC, Optimum panel, and battery charger configurations.
• Contribute to Substation Engineering Modeling Tool (SEMT) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) point list development for Substation Automation designs and RTU/ePAC stations.
• Perform print reviews for automation equipment, configuration, and QA of SEMT/HMI/PLC files.
• Provide support to Substation Construction & Maintenance (SC&M) to facilitate problem resolution.
• Assist on major capital projects (e.g., Distribution/Transmission System Planning, Substation Infrastructure Replacement) involving SEMT with substation HMI.
• Interact with the T&D Innovation group on advanced automation efforts and collaborate with various engineering teams to execute automation projects.
• Prepare technical engineering evaluations, support equipment inspections, and contribute to document lifecycle processes within projects.
• Assist with Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Apparent Cause Analysis (ACA), and troubleshooting investigations, ensuring compliance with all safety policies.
• Safeguard the Company’s physical, financial, and cybersecurity assets while managing sensitive information with the highest standards of conduct and integrity.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or a scientific/technical/math field, or expected graduation within the next six months.
• Possession of a valid Class C Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of digital logic design principles (e.g., logic gates, latches).
• Understanding of transmission system operation (e.g., line-and-bus arrangements, reclosing practices).
• Familiarity with Substation Automation design and Human Machine Interface (HMI).
• Knowledge of System One-Line Diagrams, point-lists, and AC/DC Schematics.
• Experience with IEC 61850 GOOSE communications and Telecommunications (e.g., system redundancy, fiber, microwave, Ethernet, TDM, MPLS).
• Experience with automation-related test procedures.

Benefits & Perks

• Hybrid Work Mode: Report to an SCE facility for designated days with the option to work remotely on others.
• Candidate Resources: Access to detailed information on benefits, perks, hiring process, and more via our Candidate Resource page.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: SCE celebrates diversity and is committed to accommodating individuals with disabilities. Contact (833) 343-0727 for accommodations.
• Relocation: Relocation assistance does not apply for this position.
• Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable Fair Chance guidelines.