Lead SCADA & Automation Engineer - Grid

Lead SCADA & Automation Engineer 1 - Grid

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• Engage in fast‑paced client projects to plan, engineer, and design SCADA and communications systems.
• Develop communication block diagrams, panel layout/bill‑of‑material drawings, SCADA AC & DC schematics, fiber detail drawings, and network drawings.
• Provide review and design input of P&C drawings for SCADA system requirements.
• Develop points lists for data transferred between RTUs, IEDs, and master station connections.
• Configure Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) (SEL RTAC, Novatech Orion
  
  LX, SMP Gateway, GE‑D20, etc.).
• Program Human Machine Interface (HMI) applications (SEL Diagram Builder, Inkscape, Wonderware, etc.).
• Coordinate with relay settings engineers to review communication port settings for protection relays, meters, and other IEDs.
• Configure network devices such as switches, routers, and firewalls (Cisco, Siemens Rugged comm, SEL, etc.).
• Troubleshoot SCADA system network and communication systems (DNP, Modbus, SEL Protocol, IEC‑61850, TCP/IP, UDP) remotely and on site as required.
• Create SCADA system and network documentation for projects.
• Develop automation tools to improve project efficiency (Python, etc.).
• Stage, configure, and test integrated system designs for interoperability and performance in our Protection, Automation & Telecommunication Laboratory.
• Ensure strict adherence to NERC standards for Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP).
• Coordinate and provide guidance to other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure a complete and timely design.
• Share knowledge through peer‑learning communities and mentor less experienced engineers.
• Potentially travel to client and vendor offices as needed.

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You will spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. Depending on your location, this opportunity includes a generous relocation package.

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, Telecommunications, or Computer Systems Engineering.
• 8 years of experience in designing, configuring, implementing, and troubleshooting substation SCADA and communication systems.
• Experience with SEL, Novatech, and GE RTUs and software.
• Basic understanding of LAN/WAN devices and topology.
• Knowledge of DNP, Modbus, SEL, and IEC‑61850 (MMS/Goose) protocols – serial and IP based.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 30%.

• Professional Engineering (P.E.) license.
• Master of Science degree in Electrical, Electronic, Telecommunications, or Computer Systems Engineering.
• Experience with communication troubleshooting software/hardware (ASE Test Set, Wireshark, etc.).
• Protective relay settings experience (SEL, GE, ABB, etc.).
• Radio communications experience.
• Network design credentials; applied knowledge of IP/MPLS.
• Proficiency in MS Project and Visio.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Familiarity with NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards and Cyber‑Security.
• CISSP certification.

At Sargent & Lundy we care about the health and well‑being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans, generous paid time off, and a competitive, award‑winning benefits package. We have earned the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

• Health Plans:
  Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back‑Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre‑Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements