Junior SCADA Design Engineer

Parsons; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 183,000 - 258,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Junior SCADA Design Engineer in Abu Dhabi. You will develop SCADA designs for transportation and tunnel projects, collaborating with senior engineers. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 1+ years of SCADA design experience. Mentorship and training opportunities are available.

Benefits

Professional development

Mentorship programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years of experience in SCADA system design or implementation.
• Basic understanding of SCADA system structure and communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of SCADA system architecture for Projects.
• Support preparation of design documents and system layouts.

Skills

SCADA system design

Electrical Engineering

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

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Job Description:

Junior SCADA Deisgn Engineer

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Junior SCADA Design Engineer to join our team. In this role you will get to develop SCADA Designs for transportation and Tunnels Projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of SCADA system architecture and design concepts for Tunnels and Transportation Projects.
• Support the preparation of key design documents, including:
• I/O lists and tag databases
• SCADA system layout diagrams
• Functional Design Specifications (FDS)
• Alarm lists and basic HMI screen layouts
• Tunnels Security and Traffic Systems integration
• SCADA System Communications Infrastructure
• Control Rooms and Virtual SCADA Data Centers
• Collaborate with senior engineers to define system requirements and communication interfaces with PLCs, RTUs, and instrumentation devices.
• Participate in the development and review of engineering drawings and documentation.
• Support implementation activities such as configuration, testing, and commissioning under supervision (if required).
• Help maintain document version control, revision tracking, and design database updates.
• Coordinate with internal teams such as instrumentation, control, and IT for technical alignment.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer, Electronics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 1+ years of experience in SCADA system design or implementation for Industrial, Buildings or Transportation Applications
• Basic understanding of SCADA system structure, automation principles, and communication protocols.
• Familiarity with engineering documentation standards and structured technical workflows.
• Exposure to industrial automation environments, ideally in utilities or infrastructure sectors.

Desired Skills

• Experience working with engineering teams on design or integration of SCADA/automation systems.
• Familiarity with basic HMI principles and alarm design philosophy.
• Awareness of industry standards
• Willingness to learn and grow into more advanced design responsibilities.
• Soft Skills:
• Detail-oriented and organized with a proactive learning attitude.
• Strong English communication skills to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to follow instructions while contributing ideas for improvement.
• Good time management and ability to handle multiple tasks under guidance.

Working Conditions

• Office-based role with occasional support for site or implementation activities as needed.
• Mentorship and training will be provided for professional development.

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