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SCADA & Automation Engineer - Data Centers

Job in Lakewood, Jefferson County, Colorado, USA
Listing for: NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-22
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 150000 USD Yearly USD 100000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Details:
Level: Entry,

Job Location:

Remote or Lakewood CO - Lakewood, CO, Position Type:
Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $85000.00 - $110000.00

Salary/year, Travel Percentage:
Typical: 11 - 25%, Job Shift: Day, Job Category:
Engineering,

SCADA & Automation Engineer – Data Center Mid-Level About the Position

As a mid-level SCADA & Automation Engineer in the Data Center group, you will be responsible for engineering design, performing field work and analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer in a manner that provides the client with a quality deliverable that is on time and within budget.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000 / year

The salary range above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market.

This opportunity is available to both local / in-office (Lakewood, CO) and full-time remote candidates.

Essential Responsibilities
  • Set, test, wire, and install relaying and control systems, specifically SEL equipment.
  • Program, installation, and testing of SCADA and PLC systems, primarily SELRTACs
  • Produce configuration files associated with IEC
    61850 (GOOSE), DNP3, or other SCADA protocols
  • Prepare a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including specifications, RFIs, studies
  • Perform detailed design of all aspects of electrical power systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, general arrangement, selection of equipment, writing of equipment specifications
  • Perform SCADA and relay field testing and commissioning services
  • Provide field assistance and troubleshooting for SCADA systems such as SEL RTAC, Ignition, or PLCs.
  • Checking the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required
  • Understanding and experience with applicable Codes and Standards such as NEC, NESC, and PRC
  • Mobilize and perform field assignments to commission, inspect, or troubleshoot substation control systems
  • Experience with grid connected or islanded microgrid control operation is a plus (generator controls, load balancing schemes, etc.)
  • Other duties as assigned
Must Have
  • Education:

    Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
  • Experience:

    2 – 5 years of relevant engineering or field experience
  • Licensure: FE is preferred
  • Knowledge and familiarity with medium and high voltage power systems, with strong knowledge in SCADA
  • SEL equipment installation and configuration, RTAC experience is a plus
  • Experience with configuring, testing, and commissioning IEC
    61850, DNP3, MODBUS, and/or other SCADA protocols
  • Experience creating Network Architecture Diagrams
  • Experience with substation or data center medium voltage equipment is a plus
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD
  • Previous Interactions with clients, customers, contractors and others
  • Assist with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings
  • Ability to travel periodically for weeks across states for field work as needed
  • Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
  • Good interpersonal and people skills
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Working Conditions Work Environment:

Work is performed in an office setting and some field work is also required

Travel:

Typical: 15 – 25%

Physical

Activities:

Managerial Responsibilities:

Must be able to lift 50lbs.

Team Member is responsible for managing their own work schedule with input from their supervisor and completing assigned tasks.

Team Member should identify discrepancies in assigned work and bring to attention of supervisor or engineer…

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