Senior Engineer - SCADA

Qualus; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Parental Leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Qualus is hiring a Senior SCADA Engineer in Carson City, NV. You will plan, direct, and implement advanced SCADA systems across critical utility facilities to improve operational efficiency.

The role emphasizes leadership in SCADA engineering, system design, testing, and commissioning, with responsibilities spanning ADMS transitions, PLC programming, and protocol configurations to ensure reliability and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8–10 years of professional SCADA engineering experience, including leadership roles.
• U.S. Citizenship or Green Card required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and implement advanced SCADA systems for utility facilities.
• Design technical specifications for SCADA control systems with emphasis on distribution operations.
• Evaluate process computer systems and recommend software modifications.
• Develop operational logic and oversee programming of process computers.
• Coordinate testing and commissioning of RTUs, relays, and transformers.
• Lead the design and configuration of SCADA for ADMS transitions.
• Integrate SCADA with historians like OSI PI and AVEVA.
• Create PLC programs using Structured Text, Function Block Diagrams, and Ladder Logic.
• Configure Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA protocols and ensure NERC CIP-004 compliance.

Skills

SCADA engineering

Leadership

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

OSI PI

AVEVA

Structured Text

Ladder Logic

Modbus

DNP3

OPC UA

Job description

Power your Future as a Senior SCADA Engineer with QUALUS! Step into leadership as a Senior SCADA Engineer at Qualus, where innovation meets expertise. In this pivotal role, you'll plan, direct, and implement advanced SCADA systems that drive operational efficiency across critical utility facilities. Join us in shaping the future of energy, water, and industrial automation by applying your skills to complex, impactful projects. If you're ready to lead and make a difference, Qualus is the place for you.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct engineering studies to determine SCADA system requirements.
• Design and prepare technical specifications for complex SCADA control systems, emphasizing distribution operations.
• Evaluate process computer systems and recommend software modifications.
• Develop operational logic and oversee the programming of process computers.
• Conduct engineering analysis of field test data and plant operations for compliance.
• Lead the design and configuration of SCADA systems for transitioning to Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS).**
• Develop mapping and device building for analog points, status updates, and virtual controls within distribution systems.**
• Respond to emergency RT SCADA requests from Operations and support Work Order requests from technicians and stakeholders.**
• Coordinate testing and commissioning of distribution devices such as RTUs, line reclosers, capacitor banks, and transformers.**
• Prepare and review operational and maintenance manuals, procedures, and training programs.
• Simulate operations malfunctions and recommend necessary program modifications.
• Review and estimate costs for control systems and instrumentation equipment.
• Prepare technical reports, system analyses, and project correspondence.
• Lead troubleshooting and diagnostics for SCADA systems and communication devices.
• Integrate SCADA systems with historians like OSI PI and AVEVA.
• Create or modify PLC programs using Structured Text, Function Block Diagrams, and Ladder Logic.
• Configure and troubleshoot industry-standard communication protocols (i.e., Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA).
• Ensure compliance with NERC CIP-004 standards, including periodic background checks.
• Collaborate with clients, vendors, and field technicians to ensure project success.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8-10 years of professional SCADA engineering experience, including leadership roles.
• Must be a US Citizen or possess a valid Green Card (Permanent Resident Card) to be considered.

Benefits & Compensation

Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Company Overview

Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, energy efficiency and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 2,000 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.

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