P&C SCADA Engineer I – II

Jobtailor; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a SCADA engineer in Charlotte, NC to design, develop, and implement programs and configurations for SCADA devices. You will support multiple SCADA platforms, read diagrams, and coordinate with engineering and field teams to ensure reliable operations.

The role requires an ABET-accredited engineering degree, with 2+ years for Engineer II, and a willingness to participate in after-hours support and field visits.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Engineering degree required; Master's may be accepted in lieu.
• Engineer I: no experience required.
• Engineer II: minimum 2 years in engineering at Fully Meets level.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to read protection diagrams, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Familiarity with SCADA hardware, HMI software, and industry standards (NERC CIP).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement programs and configuration files for SCADA devices.
• Support SCADA devices, Station Data Managers, HMIs, and multiple SCADA hardware platforms.
• Read protection diagrams, wiring diagrams, and project documentation.
• Create IO summaries from drawings, relay settings, and data.
• Interface with Engineering, Field Resources, and Operations teams.
• Provide commissioning, engineering, and troubleshooting support to field resources.
• Adhere to SCADA standards and regulatory requirements.
• Enter compliance data into databases and maintain records.
• Travel to field sites as required (5–15%).

Skills

SCADA Programming

DNP 3.0

Protection One-Line

Engineering Support

NERC CIP Compliance

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Engineering

Master's in Engineering (optional)

Tools

HMI Software

SCADA Hardware

Automation Platforms

Database Management

Job description

• Design, develop, and implement programs and configuration files for SCADA devices
• Support SCADA devices, Station Data Managers, Human Machine Interfaces, and multiple SCADA hardware platforms
• Support substation metering, alarming, controls, and troubleshooting for Transmission, Distribution, Customer, and Generation Interconnection stations
• Use DNP 3.0, SEL, ASCII, and MODBUS communications protocols
• Read and interpret protection one-lines, wiring diagrams, schematics, panel drawings, relay settings, customer data, and project documentation
• Create IO summaries from drawings, relay settings, and customer data
• Interface with P&C Engineering, Design, Field Resources, System Operations, and Operations/Control Center personnel
• Provide commissioning, engineering, and troubleshooting support to field resources
• Adhere to SCADA standards, documentation, processes, internal requirements, and industry compliance requirements
• Enter compliance and non-compliance data into databases and perform related queries
• Coordinate work activities, maintain accurate project records and files, and represent the company positively
• Visit field sites and/or plants when required

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program required; a Master's degree in Engineering may be accepted in lieu
• Engineer I: no experience required
• Engineer II: minimum of 2 years of engineering experience attained at a "Fully Meets" performance level
• Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles
• Understanding of engineering research, design issue evaluation, alternatives analysis, recommendations, and presentations
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work with individuals from varied socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds
• Basic understanding of DNP 3.0, SEL, ASCII, and MODBUS communication protocols
• Basic understanding of networking and telecommunications
• Ability to read protection one-lines, wiring diagrams, and schematics
• Familiarity with SCADA hardware platforms, HMI software, automation/computing platforms, and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with SEL products and applicable regulatory requirements, including NERC CIP
• Must be able to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship now or in the future
• Ability to participate in scheduled after-hours support rotation for emergent issues and storm response
• Travel requirement: 5-15%

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in SCADA device programming, configuration, and troubleshooting, with a strong understanding of communication protocols such as DNP 3.0, SEL, ASCII, and MODBUS. Capable of interpreting technical documentation and collaborating effectively with engineering and operations teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• SCADA Device Programming
• DNP 3.0 Communication Protocol
• Protection One-Line Interpretation
• Engineering Support and Troubleshooting
• NERC CIP Compliance

Hard Skills

• SCADA Device Configuration
• DNP 3.0
• SEL
• ASCII
• MODBUS
• Wiring Diagram Interpretation
• Relay Settings Analysis
• Engineering Design Principles
• Troubleshooting
• Project Documentation

Soft Skills

• Good Written Communication
• Good Oral Communication
• Cultural Sensitivity
• Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering
• Master's Degree in Engineering (optional)

Industry Keywords

• NERC CIP
• Transmission
• Distribution
• Customer Interconnection
• Generation Interconnection
• Field Resources
• Operations/Control Center

Tools & Technologies

• Human Machine Interface (HMI) Software
• SCADA Hardware Platforms
• Automation Platforms
• Database Management