Real-Time SCADA Engineer - Operations Tech (Hybrid, Madison)

Taleo; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

MGE is seeking a Real-Time EMS/SCADA Engineer to support and optimize our critical transmission and distribution operations in Madison, WI. The role focuses on ensuring telemetry accuracy, system reliability, and seamless integration across EMS, SCADA, and GIS platforms.

You will work in a hybrid setup with on-site presence at our Madison headquarters and collaborate with control room operators to maintain operational readiness, especially during storms and high-impact events.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting real-time operational systems.
• Hands-on work with EMS, SCADA, preferably GEV eTerra or similar.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in live environments.
• Understanding of telemetry and communications (e.g., DNP3, ICCP).

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot EMS and SCADA environments (production, test, training).
• Ensure accuracy of telemetry, controls, alarms, and operator displays.
• Support upgrades, patching, and integration efforts.
• Investigate and resolve issues impacting real-time system performance.
• Work directly with control room operators to support day-to-day operations.
• Develop, validate, and maintain system models across transmission, distribution, and generation.
• Perform telemetry mapping, corrections, and validation.
• Validate system behavior to reflect real-world conditions.
• Support EMS upgrades and system integration initiatives.

Skills

Real-time systems

EMS/SCADA

Troubleshooting

Telemetry/Communications

Tools

GEV eTerra

Job description

MGE is seeking a Real-Time EMS/SCADA Engineer to support and optimize our critical transmission and distribution operations in Madison, WI. The role focuses on ensuring telemetry accuracy, system reliability, and seamless integration across EMS, SCADA, and GIS platforms.

You will work in a hybrid setup with on-site presence at our Madison headquarters and collaborate with control room operators to maintain operational readiness, especially during storms and high-impact events.