Senior Engineer - SCADA

Qualus Corporation; Nevada, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental Leave

Job summary

Qualus Corporation is seeking a Senior SCADA Engineer to lead planning, direction, and implementation of advanced SCADA systems across utility facilities. You will drive operational efficiency in energy, water, and industrial automation projects, shaping solutions with engineering excellence.

The role requires leadership, deep SCADA expertise, and the ability to collaborate with clients, vendors, and field technicians to deliver high-impact results while maintaining compliance with industry

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8-10 years of professional SCADA engineering experience with leadership roles.
• US Citizen or valid Green Card to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct engineering studies to determine SCADA system requirements.
• Design specifications for complex SCADA control systems, emphasizing distribution operations.
• Lead the design and configuration of SCADA systems transitioning to ADMS.
• Integrate SCADA with historians like OSI PI and AVEVA; configure PLCs using ST/FB/ladder logic.
• Respond to emergency RT SCADA requests and coordinate testing/commissioning of devices.
• Ensure compliance with NERC CIP-004 and collaborate with clients, vendors, and field staff.

Skills

SCADA engineering

Leadership

System integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

OSI PI

AVEVA

Modbus/DNP3/OPC UA

Job description

Position Overview

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.

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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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