Lead SCADA Engineer

Knobelsdorff (KE); Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 151,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

HSA contributions

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Knobelsdorff (KE) seeks a Senior SCADA Engineer to lead design, implementation, and verification of supervisory control systems for industrial processes and data centers.

You will create operator displays, alarms, trends, and reporting, while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating integrations with PLCs and third-party systems. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and scalable engineering standards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of SCADA/HMI or industrial supervisory engineering experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Automation, Electrical, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience leading SCADA projects through design, testing, commissioning, and handover.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of SCADA applications for industrial environments.
• Create operator displays, alarms, trends, reporting, and historical data solutions.
• Develop reusable templates, graphics, scripts, and engineering standards.
• Coordinate integration with PLCs, industrial networks, databases, and third-party systems.
• Implement role-based access, security controls, backup, and recovery strategies.
• Lead testing activities including FAT, SAT, failover, and recovery verification.
• Mentor junior engineers on SCADA best practices and deliverables.
• Support commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and customer handoff.

Skills

SCADA engineering

HMI engineering

Alarms & trends

Historians/Reporting

Cybersecurity basics

Mentoring

Testing & verification

Education

Bachelor's in Automation/EE/CS

Tools

SCADA software

PLC programming

Industrial networks

Job description

Working at Knobelsdorff (KE)Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core value. Starting your career with KE means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, KE is the place for you.Job PurposeThis role supports KE Automation by leading the design, implementation, and verification of SCADA applications for industrial processes and data center controls. You'll be responsible for developing supervisory control systems, mentoring engineering teams, and delivering reliable visualization solutions that directly impact project success, operator effectiveness, and customer satisfaction. Success in this role means delivering scalable, dependable, and user-focused SCADA systems while ensuring quality standards are met throughout project execution, all while upholding KE's commitment to Safety, People, Passion, and Performance. If you're someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges while leading others to success, this position is built for you.What You'll DoYou'll be part of a team that gets things done, works with purpose, and takes pride in the results. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:Lead the design and development of SCADA applications for industrial and mission-critical environmentsCreate operator displays, alarms, trends, reporting, and historical data solutionsDevelop reusable templates, graphics, scripts, and engineering standardsCoordinate integration with PLCs, industrial networks, databases, and third-party systemsImplement role-based access, security controls, backup, and recovery strategiesLead testing activities including FAT, SAT, failover, and recovery verificationReview technical deliverables and mentor junior engineers on SCADA best practicesSupport commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and customer handoff activitiesProvide project estimates, coordinate dependencies, and communicate technical progressContinuously improve engineering standards, application quality, and operator usabilityWhat You BringYou’re someone who shows up ready to work hard, learn fast, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:7+ years of SCADA, HMI, or industrial supervisory engineering experience, including experience leading technical delivery effortsBachelor's degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent industry experienceExperience leading SCADA projects through design, testing, commissioning, and handoverStrong expertise in graphics, scripting, alarms, trends, historians, and reporting systemsExperience integrating PLCs, industrial networks, and communication systemsKnowledge of databases, deployment environments, backup, recovery, and cybersecurity conceptsExperience with peer reviews, configuration management, testing, and controlled software releasesStrong communication, documentation, collaboration, and mentoring skillsPay RangeWe believe in paying for the value you bring to the team, and we aim to be competitive in every market we hire in.Pay Range: $150,841.00-$164,388.00 per yearTotal Rewards StatementAs a full-time employee at KE, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employeesHSA contributions to support your medical expensesCompany-paid life insurance and disability coverage401(k) with competitive company matchPaid weekly with competitive wagesPTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursementExclusive employee discounts through Working AdvantageWe believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.Physical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.Typical requirements may include:Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for extended periodsAbility to navigate manufacturing facilities, customer locations, and project sitesAbility to carry laptops, project documentation, and equipment required for site visitsAbility to wear required PPE while working in industrial environmentsAbility to travel to customer and project sites as neededAccessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact KE Human Resources at [e-mail] Opportunity Employer (EEO)KE is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:EEO is the Law (English/Spanish)KE E-VerifyKE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters.If you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.