SCADA Engineer - Substation Automation & Networked Controls

Medium; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development & mentorship

Wellness benefits & flexible schedule

Job summary

Nexus Engineering Group is seeking a SCADA Engineer to design, analyze, and deliver electrical substation projects for utility and power delivery clients, with exposure across the full breadth of substation engineering.

You will develop and support SCADA systems, RTUs, and automation networks, coordinating with protection engineers and clients to ensure safe, reliable operation of critical infrastructure. Hybrid work with active project sites is available.

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.
• Configure and troubleshoot RTUs, data concentrators, communication processors, and related automation equipment.
• 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 issues.
• Assist with equipment specifications, procurement packages, and technical evaluations.
• Participate in site visits, startup activities, troubleshooting, and field investigations.
• Ensure all deliverables meet client requirements, industry standards, and Nexus quality expectations.

Skills

SCADA systems

RTU configuration

Substation automation

SCADA protocols

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Nexus Engineering Group is seeking a SCADA Engineer to design, analyze, and deliver electrical substation projects for utility and power delivery clients, with exposure across the full breadth of substation engineering.

You will develop and support SCADA systems, RTUs, and automation networks, coordinating with protection engineers and clients to ensure safe, reliable operation of critical infrastructure. Hybrid work with active project sites is available.