Senior SCADA Engineer - Lead ADMS & Power Systems

Qualus Corporation

Reno (NV)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Qualus is seeking a Senior SCADA Engineer to lead and direct the development of advanced SCADA systems across utility facilities. You will plan studies, craft specifications, evaluate systems, and oversee programming of process computers while ensuring compliance and safety standards.

You will coordinate testing, support field operations, and collaborate with clients and vendors to deliver complex projects. The role emphasizes leadership, distribution networks, and modern automation protocols.

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.

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.

Skills

SCADA design
RT SCADA
Modbus
OPC UA
DNP3
Allen-Bradley
Modicon
Python
JavaScript
VBScript
Structured Text
Function Block Diagrams
Ladder Logic
MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Equivalent experience

Tools

OSI PI
AVEVA

Job description

Qualus is seeking a Senior SCADA Engineer to lead and direct the development of advanced SCADA systems across utility facilities. You will plan studies, craft specifications, evaluate systems, and oversee programming of process computers while ensuring compliance and safety standards.

You will coordinate testing, support field operations, and collaborate with clients and vendors to deliver complex projects. The role emphasizes leadership, distribution networks, and modern automation protocols.

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