SCADA Engineer — ESOP Firm, Substation Automation Impact

Nexus Engineering Group; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Mentorship

EPCm exposure

Career growth

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Nexus Engineering Group is seeking a SCADA Engineer to design, analyze, and deliver SCADA systems for utility and substation projects. You’ll work with protection & controls engineers, designers, project managers, and clients to deliver integrated automation solutions across transmission, distribution, and industrial facilities.

You will develop SCADA architectures, wiring diagrams, and system integration documentation, while supporting FAT, SAT, and commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 3+ years of SCADA, automation, controls, power delivery, utility, or industrial systems experience.
• Experience with RTU configuration, control systems integration, or substation automation projects.
• Experience interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and communication drawings.
• Knowledge of SCADA and communication protocols including DNP3, Modbus, IEC-61850, or similar.
• Familiarity with substation automation systems, relays, RTUs, HMIs, and communication networks.
• Experience with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, or equivalent design software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and support SCADA, RTU, HMI, and automation systems for utility and substation projects.
• Develop SCADA architecture, communication diagrams, I/O lists, point databases, and system integration documentation.
• Develop and review wiring diagrams, control schematics, communication drawings, and network layouts.
• Coordinate with Protection & Controls engineers to integrate relay data, alarms, status points, and control functions into SCADA systems.
• Support communication protocols such as DNP3, Modbus, IEC-61850, and Ethernet-based industrial networks.
• Perform system testing, FAT, SAT, and commissioning support.
• Interface with clients, vendors, and project teams to define system requirements and resolve technical issues.
• Assist with equipment specifications, procurement packages, technical evaluations, and construction support activities.
• Participate in site visits, startup activities, troubleshooting, and field investigations as required.
• Ensure all deliverables meet client requirements, industry standards, and Nexus quality expectations.

Skills

SCADA experience

RTU configuration

Substation automation

Communication networks

AutoCAD Electrical

Microsoft Office

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Nexus Engineering Group is seeking a SCADA Engineer to design, analyze, and deliver SCADA systems for utility and substation projects. You’ll work with protection & controls engineers, designers, project managers, and clients to deliver integrated automation solutions across transmission, distribution, and industrial facilities.

You will develop SCADA architectures, wiring diagrams, and system integration documentation, while supporting FAT, SAT, and commissioning.