Senior SCADA Systems Engineer – Real-Time Pipeline Ops

Energy Transfer LP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer LP is seeking a SCADA Specialist to support and administer real-time SCADA for pipeline operations. You will collaborate with Pipeline Control to ensure safe, secure monitoring and control, and work with Field Personnel to integrate RTUs and PLCs for live data access.

The role requires 2-5 years of SCADA experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to diagnostics. Occasional site visits and a on-call rotation are part of the job, with a focus on reliability

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or equivalent; experience considered in lieu of degree.
• 2-5 years of SCADA experience.
• Experience with SCADA systems and industrial control environments.
• Knowledge of measurement technologies, PLCs/RTUs and TCP/IP communications.
• Familiarity with CRM processes and regulatory guidelines is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time SCADA system support and administration for pipeline SCADA systems.
• Coordinate with Pipeline Control to ensure safe, reliable operations.
• Integrate RTUs and PLCs for real-time data access with Field Personnel.
• Maintain documentation, change management, and test plans.
• Provide 24x7 support on a rotational basis.
• Travel occasionally to industrial sites as needed.

Skills

SCADA systems

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Prioritization

Documentation

Real-time data analysis

Education

Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent

Tools

CygNet SCADA

Windows Server

SQL

Microsoft .NET

Visual Studio

Job description

Energy Transfer LP is seeking a SCADA Specialist to support and administer real-time SCADA for pipeline operations. You will collaborate with Pipeline Control to ensure safe, secure monitoring and control, and work with Field Personnel to integrate RTUs and PLCs for live data access.

The role requires 2-5 years of SCADA experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to diagnostics. Occasional site visits and a on-call rotation are part of the job, with a focus on reliability