Automation Engineer

Oscar; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dallas is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will design and implement automation solutions, focusing on SCADA systems within renewable energy projects. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 5+ years of experience in automation engineering.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in automation engineering roles, ideally within renewable energy.
• Strong background in SCADA configuration and support.
• Hands-on experience with IT/OT convergence projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain automation systems for industrial operations.
• Develop and optimize SCADA systems for high availability and performance.
• Integrate IT/OT technologies bridging operational and enterprise systems.

Skills

SCADA configuration and support

IT/OT convergence

PLC programming

Industrial networks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related discipline

Tools

Wonderware

Ignition

Job description

This range is provided by Oscar. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join a growing engineering team in Dallas. This role will play a key part in designing, implementing, and supporting automation solutions across industrial and renewable energy systems, with a strong focus on IT/OT integration and SCADA platforms.

Location: Dallas, TX • Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain automation systems to support industrial and renewable (solar and wind) operations.
• Develop and optimize SCADA systems, ensuring high availability and performance across solar and wind assets.
• Integrate IT/OT technologies, bridging operational technology with enterprise-level IT systems.
• Support system upgrades, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with safety and cybersecurity standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, electrical, and software engineering.
• Prepare technical documentation, project reports, and provide training to end-users.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years' experience in automation engineering roles, ideally within renewable energy (solar and wind projects).
• Strong background in SCADA configuration and support (Wonderware, Ignition, or similar).
• Hands-on experience with IT/OT convergence projects.
• Knowledge of PLC programming, industrial networks, and control system architecture.
• Familiarity with industry standards for safety and cybersecurity in automation environments.

Preferred

• Direct project experience with solar PV plants and wind farm control systems.
• Knowledge of data historians and industrial IoT solutions.
• Experience in energy, utilities, or large-scale industrial facilities.

Oscar Associates Limited (US) is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time