Scada Engineer

Insight Global; Bryn Mawr (PA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance coverage

Vision insurance coverage

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Corporate Automation Engineer for a client in Bryn Mawr, PA. This role involves designing and implementing SCADA systems for water and wastewater sectors, with 25% travel. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s in Control Systems or Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of SCADA experience. Strong skills in cybersecurity, system design, and communication are essential. This position offers competitive compensation and benefits including medical and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience leading SCADA control system environments, preferably in water/wastewater.
• Extensive hands-on experience in SCADA architecture design and information security.
• Solid knowledge of encryption, SCADA and industrial control network best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain SCADA systems for water and wastewater operations.
• Provide technical leadership in SCADA architecture, control system design, and cybersecurity.
• Lead and participate in all phases of IT/OT project lifecycles.

Skills

SCADA architecture design

Network security protocols

Analytical skills

Technical leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Control Systems Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

GE Proficy iFix

GeoSCADA Expert

Allen-Bradley Studio 5000

Schneider Electric Unity Pro

Job description

Professional Recruiter at Insight Global Health

Location: Fully ONSITE first 90 days, then HYBRID - Bryn Mawr PA

Compensation: $135-155k/yr

JOB DESCRIPTION

One of Insight Global's water & wastewater utility clients is hiring for a Corporate Automation (SCADA) Engineer. This role is based in Bryn Mawr, PA with 25% travel requirements.

Core Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain industrial control (SCADA) systems for water and wastewater operations, collaborating with corporate, state, and external partners on projects of varying scale.
• Provide technical leadership in SCADA architecture, control system design, cybersecurity, and operational reliability, while facilitating compliance with engineering, IT, and OT standards and guidelines.
• Lead and participate in all phases of IT/OT project lifecycles, including capital planning, system architecture, and process control initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and support IT/OT program governance, working with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and advisory groups to drive automation strategy and project execution.
• Oversee and support cybersecurity efforts, including network access control, vulnerability assessments, remediation planning, and day-to-day IT/OT security operations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for operational needs, stakeholder engagement, and technical support across all states, ensuring effective communication, documentation, and continuous improvement of SCADA systems.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Control Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent field.
• 5+ years' experience leading SCADA control system environments preferably in water/wastewater.
• Extensive hands-on experience in SCADA architecture design and information security, including DMZ design, perimeter defense, encryption management, and network security prevention and detection.
• Demonstrated expertise in architecting and implementing industrial control systems (SCADA) within large, complex, and geographically distributed environments, integrating both IT and OT.
• Solid knowledge of encryption (in transit and at rest), SCADA and industrial control network best practices, security protocols, and operational HMI standards.
• Working knowledge of GE Proficy iFix (v. 5.0 or later), GeoSCADA Expert, Allen-Bradley Studio 5000, Schneider Electric Unity Pro, and proficiency with SCADA protocols such as Modbus and DNP3.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments across diverse operational teams; excellent written and verbal communication required.

Nice to Have Skills and Experience

• Wonderware System Platform Certification (v. 2012 or later).
• Pennsylvania DEP Class A Water License (or other operational states).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP).

Medical insurance coverage.

Vision insurance coverage.