Senior Engineer – SCADA
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Senior SCADA Engineer leading utility control-system design and ADMS modernization for Qualus. Delivering PLC, communications, testing, and compliance solutions across critical infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
- Plan, organize, and direct engineering studies to determine SCADA system requirements
- Design and prepare technical specifications for complex SCADA control systems, emphasizing distribution operations
- Evaluate process computer systems and recommend software modifications
- Develop operational logic and oversee process computer programming
- Conduct engineering analysis of field test data and plant operations for compliance
- Lead SCADA system design and configuration for transition to Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS)
- Develop mapping and device building for analog points, status updates, and virtual controls within distribution systems
- Respond to emergency RT SCADA requests from Operations and support technician and stakeholder Work Order requests
- Coordinate testing and commissioning of RTUs, line reclosers, capacitor banks, and transformers
- Prepare and review operational and maintenance manuals, procedures, and training programs
- Simulate operational malfunctions and recommend program modifications
- Review and estimate costs for control systems and instrumentation equipment
- Prepare technical reports, system analyses, and project correspondence
- Lead troubleshooting and diagnostics for SCADA systems and communication devices
- Integrate SCADA systems with OSI PI and AVEVA historians
- Create or modify PLC programs using Structured Text, Function Block Diagrams, and Ladder Logic
- Configure and troubleshoot Modbus, DNP3, and OPC UA communication protocols
- Ensure compliance with NERC CIP-004 standards, including periodic background checks
- Collaborate with clients, vendors, and field technicians to ensure project success
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 8–10 years of professional SCADA engineering experience, including leadership roles
- Must be a US Citizen or possess a valid Green Card (Permanent Resident Card)
- Experience with SCADA systems and distribution operations
- Knowledge of Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS)
- Experience with PLC programming using Structured Text, Function Block Diagrams, and Ladder Logic
- Experience integrating SCADA systems with OSI PI and AVEVA historians
- Experience configuring and troubleshooting Modbus, DNP3, and OPC UA protocols
- NERC CIP-004 compliance knowledge
- Ability to lead troubleshooting and diagnostics for SCADA systems and communication devices
Benefits:
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Parental Leave
- Paid time off
- Holidays











