Scada Engineer

Edison Smart®; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Edison Smart® in the United States is seeking a controls engineer to develop, program, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI-based control systems for critical data centre environments. You will design, implement, and maintain structured, reliable PLC and SCADA software and create intuitive HMI interfaces to enhance operator experience.

You will collaborate with clients to identify technical challenges, provide solutions, and deliver exceptional support, with travel up to 20% including occasional

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• 3–7+ years of hands-on experience in controls engineering, including programming, troubleshooting, commissioning, and system support.

Responsibilities

• Develop, program, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI-based control systems.
• Design, implement, and maintain structured, well-documented, and reliable PLC and SCADA software.
• Create intuitive, user-friendly, and visually appealing HMI interfaces that enhance the operator experience.
• Collaborate with clients to identify technical challenges, provide solutions, and deliver exceptional support.
• Support system commissioning, testing, and optimisation activities as required.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA software

HMI design

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Prioritization

Education

Engineering degree (Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical)

Job description

• Develop, program, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI-based control systems
• Design, implement, and maintain structured, well-documented, and reliable PLC and SCADA software
• Create intuitive, user-friendly, and visually appealing HMI interfaces that enhance the operator experience
• Collaborate with clients to identify technical challenges, provide solutions, and deliver exceptional support
• Support system commissioning, testing, and optimisation activities as required

Required experience

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
• 3–7+ years of hands‑on experience in controls engineering, including programming, troubleshooting, commissioning, and system support
• Experience working within data centre environments is highly desirable
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to work independently and manage priorities effective
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 20% of the time, including occasional international travel.