Electrical Engineer, Power Systems & Operational Technology

Job overview

The Electrical Engineer, Power Systems & Operational Technology role is hybrid in Harrisonburg, VA; compensation is not specified. The engineer supports the electric distribution system through the System Engineering department, helping deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective power to members. The role connects system engineering, operations, SCADA, and field assets to improve reliability and integrate operational technology. It supports engineering studies and substation projects, helps maintain regulatory compliance, and contributes technical expertise to system operations and restoration efforts.

What you'll do

• Support SCADA applications and serve as a technical liaison between the distribution system and SCADA network
• coordinate engineering, AMI, SCADA, and field assets
• support switching procedures and load management
• assist with substation design, procurement, and construction oversight
• support engineering studies and impact analyses
• advise on equipment installations
• provide technical support to cross-functional teams
• participate in continuous improvement and emergency restoration efforts.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

electrical engineer

power systems

operational technology

harrisonburg va

system engineering

scada

electric distribution

substation projects

grid reliability

engineering studies

hybrid

on-call rotation

emergency restoration

bsee required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Required participation in the Operations Center on-call rotation and availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays during weather events or outages.

About the employer

The Third Group is hiring for this role. Industry: Electric Power Distribution. Sector: 22.