Sr SCADA Engineer

Sr SCADA Engineer (Renewable Energy)

We're seeking an experienced SCADA Engineer to design and implement automation and integration solutions for renewable energy plants. In this role, you'll lead SCADA and PPC system development, mentor junior engineers, and work directly with clients to deliver high-quality, reliable systems.

Key Responsibilities

+ Design, program, test, and commission RTUs, PACs, and HMIs

+ Develop network/communications architectures and integration solutions

+ Lead projects, manage schedules, and ensure QA/QC standards

+ Mentor team members and support their technical growth

+ Collaborate with clients and provide regular project updates

+ Travel up to 25% as needed

Qualifications

+ Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

+ 10+ years SCADA experience (renewables preferred)

+ Experience in client-facing/consulting environments

+ Strong knowledge of SCADA systems, networking, and protocols (DNP3, Modbus, OPC UA)

+ Excellent leadership and communication skills

Nice to Have

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Experience with SEL-RTAC, Novatech OrionLX+, Ignition

+ Networking expertise (Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, etc.)

+ Familiarity with Wireshark, PuTTY

Why Join Us

+ Work on impactful renewable energy projects

+ Flexible remote or hybrid (MN-based) options

+ Collaborative, fast-growing, mission-driven team

Help build the future of clean energy-apply today.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lakeville, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $64.00 - $76.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:  - Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital  - 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)  - Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)  - Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 29, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.