Senior OT Systems Engineer – SCADA & Transit Tech Lead

ST Public Branding; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Sound Transit in Seattle seeks a Senior OT Engineer to provide senior engineering support for the Capital Delivery Department’s OT systems, including SCADA, industrial control, and networked infrastructure.

You will lead technical teams, coordinate with vendors and agencies, and ensure reliable integration of new maintenance facilities with existing systems, while aligning with safety and equity policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum five years of systems engineering experience across OT/IO.
• Experience with SCADA, industrial control systems, and OT networks.
• Strong communication and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior engineering support for OT systems in capital projects.
• Lead technical teams and coordinate with vendors and agencies.
• Develop system architectures and ensure integration with existing infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot complex OT system issues and ensure reliability.

Skills

SCADA experience

Industrial control systems

OT cybersecurity

System troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Sound Transit in Seattle seeks a Senior OT Engineer to provide senior engineering support for the Capital Delivery Department’s OT systems, including SCADA, industrial control, and networked infrastructure.

You will lead technical teams, coordinate with vendors and agencies, and ensure reliable integration of new maintenance facilities with existing systems, while aligning with safety and equity policies.