SCADA & Grid Automation Engineer

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SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 143,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Leidos is seeking a SCADA Engineer to support development and testing of OT solutions for electric utility systems in South Plainfield, NJ. The role focuses on SCADA integration, real-time simulation, protection and automation, and grid modernization initiatives.

You will work hands-on with SCADA, ADMS, DERMS, relays, and HIL platforms, collaborating across engineering, IT/OT, and cybersecurity teams to deliver reliable, secure solutions on-site three days per week.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience with 4+ years of experience.
Strong electrical engineering and power systems foundation.
Background supporting or implementing SCADA, ADMS, OMS, DMS, or related utility operational technologies.
Knowledge of SCADA communications, system integrations, and interfaces.
Familiarity with protection and automation systems.
Exposure to real-time simulation and/or Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL).
Hands-on laboratory, systems integration, or testing background.
Knowledge of utility operations, grid management systems, and real-time operational environments.
Ability to troubleshoot software, hardware, network, and system integration issues.
Understanding of networking concepts including IP/LAN configurations, firewalls, and network topology diagrams.
Knowledge of cybersecurity practices and enterprise security standards.
Background supporting system deployments, upgrades, migrations, or platform modernization efforts.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work across technical and operational teams.
Ability to work effectively in fast-paced operational or utility environments.

Responsibilities

Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve SCADA and OT system issues.
Support SCADA integration, system testing, upgrades, migrations, and platform modernization efforts.
Integrate SCADA systems, relays, protection devices, and real-time simulation tools within a laboratory environment.
Support real-time simulation and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing.
Build and test workflows across SCADA, DERMS, ADMS, and related platforms.
Support testing and validation of DERs, inverters, and emerging grid technologies.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, test procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
Collaborate with engineering, IT/OT, cybersecurity, and utility stakeholders.
Support system monitoring, log analysis, root cause analysis, and cybersecurity testing.