Senior SCADA Engineer – Automation & Power Systems Lead

Ulteig Engineers, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

Ulteig Engineers, Inc. seeks a Lead SCADA Engineer to design, program, install and test automation systems for renewable and power utility clients.

You will develop logic for complex applications and shepherd projects from design through commissioning, ensuring regulatory compliance and high quality outcomes. You will manage design packages, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, travel up to 15–20% and mentor junior engineers as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required plus ABET-accredited program or equivalent.
• PE license required for professional practice.
• 7–9+ years of relevant experience in SCADA/automation engineering.
• Proficiency with DNP3, Modbus and related networks and internet architectures.
• Networking/IT knowledge; CCNA or equivalent certification is a plus.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Create SCADA point lists, RTU programs, and HMIs.
• Program, install, troubleshoot, test, and commission RTUs, PACs, and HMIs for renewable and power utility clients.
• Develop complete design packages for site networks and SCADA communication architectures.
• Maintain positive client relationships with frequent internal and external interaction.
• Work with RTU: SEL-RTAC, Novatech OrionLX+; HMI: Web GUI tools; Ignition a plus.

Skills

DNP3

Modbus

Cisco CCNA

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ulteig Engineers, Inc. seeks a Lead SCADA Engineer to design, program, install and test automation systems for renewable and power utility clients.

You will develop logic for complex applications and shepherd projects from design through commissioning, ensuring regulatory compliance and high quality outcomes. You will manage design packages, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, travel up to 15–20% and mentor junior engineers as needed.