Electrical Field Engineer (SCADA)

Atwell, LLC; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Licensing Fees

Paid Time Off

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Atwell, LLC is seeking a mid-level Electrical Field Engineer (SCADA) for the Field Services group in the United States. You will perform engineering field services with a SCADA focus and support design and analysis under a Professional Engineer.

You will set up relaying and control systems, test SCADA/IP-based networks, and travel as needed to deliver on-time, within-budget results, maintaining safety and quality standards throughout projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 1–5 years of relevant engineering or field experience.
• FE licensure preferred.
• Experience with SCADA protocols (IEC61850, DNP3, MODBUS).
• Ability to travel interstate for field work.
• Authorized to work in the United States full-time.

Responsibilities

• Performs equipment, control system, troubleshooting, relay testing, start-up, and commissioning services.
• Assist in detailed design of electrical power systems including one-line/three-line diagrams, SCADA, and wiring.
• Set, test, wire, and install relaying and control systems (SEL RTACs).
• Install, program, and test communications, SCADA, and PLC systems (SEL RTACs, NEI).
• Produce configuration files for IEC61850 (GOOSE), DNP3, or other SCADA protocols.
• Perform SCADA and relay field testing and commissioning services.
• Provide field assistance and troubleshooting for SCADA systems (SEL RTAC, Ignition, PLCs).
• Maintain quality control and client relations; prepare field reports.
• Stay current with applicable Codes and Standards; travel as needed.

Skills

SCADA

Electrical engineering

Field engineering

Communication skills

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

EasyPower

ETAP

SKM

Omicron test equipment

Job description

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLCis a proud recipient of the following 2025awards:

• Ten consecutive years in a row as a "Best Place to Work" by Zweig Group (#11)
• Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
• Recognized in Crain's "Fast 50" as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
• Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the southeastern US

Job Description

As a mid-level Electrical Field Engineer (SCADA) in the Field Services group, you will be responsible for performing Engineering Field Services with a SCADA focus as well as assisting with Engineering Design and Analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer in a manner that provides the client with quality service that is on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Performs equipment, control system, communications, troubleshooting, relay testing, start-up, and commissioning services
• Assist in detailed design of all aspects of electrical power systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, general arrangement, selection of equipment, writing of equipment specifications
• Set, test, wire, and install relaying and control systems, specifically SEL equipment.
• Installation, program, and tests communications, SCADA, and PLC systems, primarily SEL RTACsNEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc. 2
• Produce configuration files associated with IEC61850 (GOOSE), DNP3, or other SCADA protocols
• Perform SCADA and relay field testing and commissioning services
• Provide field assistance and troubleshooting for SCADA systems such as SEL RTAC, Ignition, or PLCs.
• Checking the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required
• Prepares field testing, troubleshooting, investigation, and construction progress reports
• Maintains a thorough understanding and applications of applicable Codes and Standards
• Maintains strong and responsive Company-Client relationships
• Maintains high ethical and professional standards
• Expected to work additional time beyond 40 hours/week as required to complete projects, proposals and/or administrative functions
• Attend conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work
• Attend safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
• Experience: 1-5 years of relevant engineering or field experience
• Licensure: FE is preferred
• Knowledge and familiarity with medium and high voltage power systems, with strong knowledge in SCADA
• SEL equipment installation and configuration, RTAC experience is a plus
• Experience with configuring, testing, and commissioning IEC61850, DNP3, MODBUS, and/or other SCADA protocols
• Experience creating Network Architecture Diagrams
• Previous Interactions with clients, customers, contractors and others
• Ability to travel periodically for weeks across states for field work as needed
• Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
• Good interpersonal and people skills
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and power system software such as EasyPower, ETAP or SKM (preferred)
• Experience with Omicron test equipment preferred (preferred)
• Relay / SCADA panel wiring experience in a substation environment (preferred)

Disclaimer

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell Benefits:

To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards - Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match
• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services