Senior Electrical Engineer - SCADA and Automation

Rising Edge Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off

RRSP matching program

Comprehensive benefits package

Training and career development

Employee Assistance Program

Referral bonus

Job summary

Rising Edge Group is seeking an experienced Senior SCADA Engineer to develop, check, and approve SCADA design packages for automation systems in transmission, distribution, power generation, industrial, and renewable energy facilities in North America.

You will mentor the design team, lead SME activities across utility projects, and ensure all designs meet CSA/ANSI/IEC/IEEE standards while integrating cybersecurity best practices.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required.
• Active Professional Engineer (P.Eng./PL.Eng.) designation required.
• 2–8+ years of Utilities industry experience preferred.
• Experience in electrical facilities for T&D, power gen, industrial and renewables is a strong asset.
• Proficiency reading electrical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to the design team through project execution and QA/QC reviews.
• Design, check, and approve automation and SCADA designs for transmission, distribution, power generation, industrial and renewables facilities.
• Lead SME for projects across utility infrastructure, wind/solar farms, and BESS projects.
• Prepare and verify complete engineering packages (schematics, wiring, networks, BOMs, documentation).
• Review equipment and regulatory specifications for estimates, designs, and project execution.
• Configure, program, and integrate SCADA systems, RTUs, PLCs, and communication networks.
• Design and implement communication networks using IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5, DNP3, Modbus.
• Incorporate IEC 62351 and NERC CIP cybersecurity best practices into designs.
• Integrate equipment from GE, Siemens, ABB, Eaton, SEL, Allen-Bradley, Survalent, Honeywell, AES, Palo Alto, Fortinet.
• Support project execution through engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup, and field implementation.
• Provide field engineering support during installation and commissioning.
• Balance office design with on-site field support to ensure project delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors, and vendors.
• Ensure all designs comply with CSA, ANSI, IEC, IEEE standards and client requirements.
• Utilize MicroStation, AutoCAD, SEL acSELerator, and MS Office for project docs.
• Review and revise designs to improve performance and maintainability.
• Participate in FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities as required.

Skills

SCADA design

RTUs/PLCs

Cybersecurity awareness

Electrical drawings

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

P.Eng./PL.Eng. designation

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

SEL acSELerator

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who We Are Rising Edge Group is an electrical contracting company founded in 2002, specialization in high-voltage electrical solutions that power critical infrastructure across North America. With operations in both Canada and the United States, we partner with clients across the electrical utilities, renewable energy, and industrial sectors to design, build, and maintain the critical infrastructure systems communities and industries rely on.

Driven by a clear vision to strengthen the stability, reliability, and advancement of energy infrastructure, we take pride in delivering work that matters. Guided by our STRIDE values — Safety, Teamwork, Responsibility, Integrity, Deliver, and Excellence — we foster a people focused culture of growth, mentorship and collaboration where safety always come first.

What You'll Do

Reporting to the Discipline Lead - Automation and SCADA, the Senior SCADA Engineer serves as a technical authority developing, checking and approving SCADA design packages and configurations for automation systems and communication infrastructure in electrical facilities within the transmission and distribution, power generation, industrial, and renewable energy sectors. Acting as a subject matter expert, you will provide critical mentorship to the design team and develop processes and procedures. You will support project execution through clear strategy, deep technical expertise, and a proactive commitment to quality.

Key Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:

• Provide expert guidance, training, and mentorship to the design team through project execution, QA/QC reviews, and technical development
• Design, thoroughly check, and approve automation and SCADA designs and configurations for transmission and distribution, power generation, industrial, and renewable energy facilities.
• Act as a lead technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for projects across utility infrastructure, wind farms, solar farms, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Prepare, check or approve complete engineering and design packages, including schematics, wiring diagrams, network architecture drawings, load studies, configurations, bills of materials, and supporting documentation.
• Review and advise on equipment, client, and regulatory specifications and requirements for estimates, designs, reviews and project execution
• Configure, program, and integrate SCADA systems, RTUs, PLCs, communication networks, and associated control equipment.
• Design and implement communication networks utilizing industry-standard protocols, including IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5, DNP3, and Modbus.
• Incorporate cybersecurity best practices and applicable standards, including IEC 62351 and NERC CIP, into automation and communication system designs.
• Configure, integrate, and troubleshoot equipment from manufacturers such as GE, Siemens, ABB, Eaton, SEL, Allen-Bradley, Survalent, Honeywell, AES, Palo Alto, and Fortinet.
• Support project execution through all phases, including engineering, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup, and field implementation.
• Provide field engineering support by diagnosing and resolving system configuration, communication, and integration issues during installation and commissioning.
• Balance office-based engineering and design responsibilities with on-site field support to ensure successful project delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, contractors, and vendors to develop effective technical solutions.
• Ensure all designs and deliverables comply with applicable CSA, ANSI, IEC, IEEE, client, and regulatory standards.
• Utilize engineering software and design tools, including MicroStation, AutoCAD, SEL acSELerator, and Microsoft Office, to develop and maintain project documentation.
• Review and revise existing designs, drawings, and control system configurations to improve system performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Participate in design reviews, technical evaluations, factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and commissioning activities as required

Additional Information

As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening including professional reference checks and a criminal record check.

Requirements

What We're Looking For (Qualifications/Requirements)

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering degree required; or Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited post-secondary institution
• Must hold an active Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or (PL.Eng.) designation possessing immediate authority and willingness to stamp SCADA design packages and configurations
• 2 - 8+ years of experience in the Utilities industry is preferred but not required
• Previous engineering or design experience in electrical facilities for the Transmission and Distribution, Power generation, Industrial and Renewables sectors is considered a strong asset
• Experience in construction and field installations an asset
• Proficient in medium/high voltage power engineering in electrical facilities for the Transmission and Distribution, Power generation, Industrial and Renewables sectors
• Proficient ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
• Possess strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Eligible for registration with APEGA
• Dedicated team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to work within strict deadlines
• Navigate computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks

Benefits

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with weekly pay periods
• Generous paid time off
• RRSP-DPSP employer matching, increasing with years of service
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and disability)
• Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling support)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Why Rising Edge Group?

Safety & Excellence: Safety is at the heart of everything we do. Every project is approached with diligence, strategic planning, and reliable execution practices to protect our teams and the clients we serve while delivering world-class high-voltage solutions. Our unwavering commitment to safety and quality drives excellence on every project, every day.

People-First Culture: You're more than a job title. Every person contributes to powering essential energy infrastructure across North America. Our teams are built on collaboration, respect, and accountability. We support our employees through meaningful engagement initiatives, team events, and a culture that prioritizes wellbeing, inclusion, and genuine lasting connections.

Career Growth & Impact: Your role is a path to a long-term career. We empower our employees with hands‑on experience, exposure to diverse projects, and opportunities to advance across disciplines, locations, and career paths. Through continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development, you'll build lasting expertise while making a tangible impact in an environment where teamwork and integrity guide our work.

Reward & Recognition: We believe skill, dedication, and excellence deserves recognition. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong culture of appreciation ensure your achievements are celebrated, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference.

At Rising Edge Group, you're not just building projects, you're building a meaningful career where your work helps power the future, one project at a time.