SCADA Controls Engineer

SCADA Controls Engineer

Location: On-site, Sterling, VA

Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation: DOE; paid weekly + standard JSET benefits

About JSET Automated Technologies

JSET Automated Technologies delivers low-voltage, BMS, EPMS, and controls solutions for data centers and other industrial environments. Our teams focus on clear communication, consistent execution, and quality work that supports critical systems and long‑term reliability.

Position Summary

The SCADA Controls Engineer supports the installation, programming, integration, and commissioning of control systems used across electrical and mechanical infrastructure. This role works closely with engineers, electricians, and field teams to configure PLC logic, troubleshoot communication issues, validate system performance, and help deliver reliable SCADA, HMI, and monitoring solutions. This position fits someone who enjoys hands‑on work, organized problem‑solving, and contributing to steady project delivery in high‑demand environments.

Essential

Duties And Responsibilities Installation and Configuration

• Support end‑to‑end installation, checkout, and commissioning of controls hardware and software.
• Configure PLC programs for HVAC and mechanical processes.
• Install and configure HMIs, I/O modules, IPCs, and related components.

Troubleshooting and Field Verification

• Diagnose issues involving PLCs, sensors, actuators, field devices, and communication networks.
• Perform firmware flashing on IPCs, HMIs, PLCs, and controls components.
• Work onsite with field teams to troubleshoot communication issues.
• Conduct field testing using multimeters, signal generators, and similar tools.

Programming, Logic, and Project Execution

• Write, modify, and test PLC and control system logic.
• Develop automation sequences and support logic design.
• Create and maintain SQL databases used for system data collection.
• Support estimating efforts by helping define scope requirements for controls upgrade projects.

System Integration

• Integrate PLCs with SCADA, HMI, and monitoring platforms.
• Confirm proper communication between controls devices and supervisory systems.
• Validate network paths and device connectivity during commissioning.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain clear documentation for programming changes, repairs, and upgrades.
• Capture field notes and update system records.
• Recommend improvements based on system performance.

Customer and Team Support

• Work closely with engineering, electrical, mechanical, and maintenance teams.
• Provide technical support to customers during installation and commissioning.
• Support project execution needs based on business demand.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer/Information Science, or related field; OR 1–3 years of engineering, technical, military, or construction experience.
• Experience with scripting/programming languages (C++, Java, Python, Expression Language).
• Ability to create and maintain SQL databases.
• Strong troubleshooting ability, including debugging code and validating system behavior.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.
• Ability to work onsite with hand tools, test equipment, and basic installation tools.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to support several tasks in a fast‑moving environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Field service experience with industrial instrumentation or point‑to‑point controls validation.
• Experience with any of the following platforms:
  Rockwell Factory Talk, Tridium, Schneider Electric (Power Logic / Struxure Ware), Siemens Apogee, Inductive Automation Ignition, Eaton Networks, Field Servers, JACE controllers, Modbus RTU/TCP, BACnet, Niagara, IEC 61850, DDC programming, OPC UA, SNMP.
• Experience programming Niagara or Ignition systems.
• Hands‑on troubleshooting experience with controls communication devices.
• Experience building or modifying PLC logic, HMI graphics, and SCADA dashboards.
• Familiarity with electrical and mechanical schematics, control diagrams, and MOPs.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, contractors, relays, drives, and controls hardware.
• Experience in mission‑critical environments is helpful.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift…