SCADA Controls Automation Project Engineer

Woodardcurran; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick time

Parental leave

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Woodard & Curran is seeking a dynamic SCADA Controls Automation Project Engineer to support water and wastewater projects across New England, including Massachusetts. You will lead SCADA project lifecycles, design control systems, and coordinate with project managers and field personnel to ensure safe, compliant and efficient operations.

The role involves travel to client sites, startup oversight, and delivering robust automation solutions using Allen-Bradley PLCs and modern HMI platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in control system integration with emphasis on SCADA/PLC hardware and software.

Responsibilities

• Lead SCADA project lifecycles from planning through completion with PMs and operations staff.
• Interact with municipal clients as trusted advisor and report project status.
• Travel to job sites to supervise SCADA startup and lead pre-construction meetings.
• Design and implement process control systems and PLC/HMI upgrades.
• Develop SCADA master plans and system architecture options with cost estimates.

Skills

Allen-Bradley PLC

SCADA systems

HMI configuration

Project lifecycle

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

FactoryTalk

Wonderware

Ignition

GE Proficy

iFix

Job description

Job Overview

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science and operations firm focused on clean water, safety, healthy communities and happy people. We cultivate inclusive teams and provide professional growth, ownership and flexibility. This national company seeks a dynamic, client‑focused SCADA Controls Automation Project Engineer to join the Water Team and support projects across New England, including Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut. The role involves developing, implementing and managing water, wastewater, remediation and some industrial projects, with a focus on automation and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead SCADA project lifecycles from planning through completion in collaboration with project managers, technical managers and operations staff.
• Interact regularly with municipal clients, serving as a trusted advisor and keeping them and project managers informed of project status.
• Travel to job sites to oversee SCADA startup, lead pre‑construction and kickoff meetings, and maintain strong client relationships.
• Design, review and implement process control systems and PLC/HMI upgrades and optimizations.
• Develop SCADA master plans and system architecture options, including cost estimates for migration paths.
• Coordinate with Practice Leadership and Project Managers on new SCADA opportunities and develop technical content for proposals.
• Provide technical oversight of subcontractors and vendors and manage the configuration, testing and commissioning of SCADA components.
• Train operations personnel on SCADA hardware, software and troubleshooting.
• Perform QA/QC for design deliverables and controls code.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed and promote a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in control system integration, with extensive knowledge of Allen‑Bradley PLC hardware and software (other PLC experience is a bonus).
• Experience with Allen‑Bradley FactoryTalk, Schneider Wonderware, Ignition, GE Proficy, iFix and other HMI packages (other HMI experience is a bonus).
• Hands‑on experience configuring and developing graphics for OITs such as Allen‑Bradley PanelView and Automation Direct C‑More.
• Proficiency in automated reporting software (e.g., SyTech’s XLReporter, HachWims).
• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude and experience with instrumentation typical of the water and wastewater industry.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Bonus: PE License, CAP certification, computer networking, higher programming languages (VB, C++, Java, Python), or water/wastewater industry experience.
• PE License or CAP (Certified Automation Professional) is a bonus.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 100% match on first 3% of salary (Pre‑tax or Roth).
• Observed holidays: choose up to 8 to observe annually.
• Vacation: accrued based on years of experience calculated on hours worked.
• Sick time: paid for non‑work‑related illness or injury.
• Parental leave: up to 80 hours of paid parental leave for child bonding.
• Disability: paid short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Health: medical plan options with additional dental and vision plans.
• Life: basic group life insurance and AD&D benefits; voluntary life insurance available through Sun Life.
• Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program and personalized mental health resources.

Workplace Information

• Woodard & Curran participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E‑Verify program.
• Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility: the company is a nondiscriminatory employer and encourages individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available.
• Recruitment Agency Policy: unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies are not accepted.
• Text Message Communication Notice: brief SMS updates may be sent and can be opted out by replying “STOP.”
• Terms, Privacy & Use of AI in Hiring: the company may use AI tools in the hiring process but all final decisions are made by people.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non‑discrimination and make employment decisions based on job‑related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Beth Sweitzer.