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SCADA Engineer III

Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Posted: 04/11/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm Job Category: Engineering Job Number: 631307 Is job remote?: No

Job Description

A SCADA Engineer responsible for collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operation and optimization of SCADA and ADMS systems for all clients. Position will include conceptual design of systems, preparing performance specifications, executing detailed design and integration, and ongoing maintenance of the systems.

Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or related field from an accredited degree program required.
  • Five to eight (5-8) years' experience as a SCADA/Automation/ADMS Engineer, or in a similar role to include 2 years with substation/power system distribution SCADA systems required.
  • Proficiency with SCADA software platforms (e.g., Siemens WinCC, Wonderware, Survalent, SEL, OSI, etc.).
  • PE license is a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of industrial automation protocols (e.g., Modbus, OPC, DNP3).
  • Familiarity with PLC/RTU programming and configuration.
  • Understanding of network design and cybersecurity principles for SCADA systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to interface with customers, senior leadership and junior team members successfully.
  • Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and standards is a plus.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Will configure, program, and deploy SCADA hardware and software components, including Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and communication protocols.
  • Ensure SCADA systems adhere to industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
  • Implement and maintain cybersecurity measures to protect SCADA systems from unauthorized access and cyber threats.
  • Diagnose and resolve SCADA system malfunctions and software bugs. Perform routine maintenance, software updates, and system backups.
  • Analyze real-time and historical data to identify trends, and potential issues.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of SCADA system configurations, network diagrams, and operational procedures.
  • Provide lifecycle engineering for the systems from concept, performance specifications, implementation/integration
  • Work collaboratively with other engineering team members to enhance their understanding of SCADA systems and troubleshooting capabilities.
  • Gain and maintain intermediate knowledge of power system protection and relaying schemes for electrical distribution system.
Other Requirements:
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • Required to obtain Military Base Security Access Clearance.
Excellent benefits:
  • Medical, dental, life, 401K with company contribution, paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Short term incentive bonus plan

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