SCADA & Automation Engineer

Job Details

Experienced

Remote or Lakewood CO - Lakewood, CO

Fully Remote

Full Time

4 Year Degree

$75000.00 - $110000.00 Salary/year

Frequent: 26 - 50%

Day

Engineering

Description

About the Position

As a mid-level SCADA & Automation Engineer in the SCADA & Automation group, you will be responsible for performing engineering design and analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer. You will be responsible for supporting client projects and providing a quality deliverable that is on time and within the defined budget.

Salary Range: $75,000 - $110,000 / 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

Designs retrofit or new SCADA and control systems for substations, power plants, wind farms, solar plants, and other electrical power facilities

Develops high-level SCADA block diagram indicating protocols, communications media, networking, addressing, and data flow

Coordinates SCADA scope on larger projects ensuring that vendors, owners, Telco/T1/Fiber providers, and other stakeholders are communicating clearly and working efficiently toward an integrated solution

Develops a complete design package from a SCADA block diagram, including:

SCADA panel elevation drawings

Equipment Bill of Materials

Schematics and Wiring Diagrams

Data mapping and points lists

PLC, Data concentrator, firewall, managed switch, and HMI settings files

NERC CIP documentation or procedures as necessary

Factory or On-site testing and commissioning of the SCADA system, including:

Installing any remaining cables, fibers, or equipment as necessary

Troubleshooting and resolving communications issues

Programming of all devices

End-to-end functional testing of all points to local devices, HMI, control room, and other data off-taker facilities

Assists with project planning, scheduling, and coordination for all size projects

Provides technical leadership

Works with other project team members and produce project deliverables as required

Must Have

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

Experience: 1 – 4 years of relevant engineering or field experience

Licensure: FE, PE is a plus, but not required

Experience with AutoCAD

Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and other computer software

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

Nice to Have

Proficiency with common protocols such as DNP3.0, Modbus, SEL, OPC and IEC 61850

Proficiency with RTU software and hardware platforms (old and new) such as SEL-RTAC, OrionLX, GE-D20, and others

Proficiency with PLC hardware selection and programming

Knowledgeable of IEC 61131 Programming Standards

Knowledgeable in NERC CIP requirements

Proficiency with device integration

Proficiency with power plant networking (security, firewalls, managed switches)

Proficiency with designing and developing intuitive HMI screens

Proficiency at developing and carrying out factory and site acceptance testing

Working Conditions

Work Environment:

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

Travel:

Typical: 15 – 25%

Physical Activities:

Must be able to lift 25lbs.

About NEI Electric Power Engineering

Serving Others. Enriching Environment. Improving Continually. Quality Results. Voted as a top workplace by the Denver Post for four straight years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023), our values have been woven into the fabric of who we are since 1982, guiding our decision making throughout the years. As an engineering services firm, NEI’s mission is to create a great organization that serves people and solves problems.

Since NEI’s founding, we have developed a culture of collaboration and accountability across our teams and departments, and externally with our clients across the United States. We believe in two core ideas: hiring great people and celebrating our team members diverse background and unique experiences; bringing in new, unique, and exciting perspectives that can only strengthen NEI as we chart out path into the future.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.

Team Member Benefits

We believe that taking care of our team members is of the utmost importance. We strive to foster a community of belonging, professional development, and industry involvement; providing our team with the benefits, tools, and support systems to excel in their roles. Out comprehensive benefits package includes:

100% Employer paid team member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Life Insurance

401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting

Annual & discretionary bonus programs

Paid vacation and sick time

Employer paid licensure (FE/PE), certifications, seminars, & conferences

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Eight (8) paid holidays including a floating holiday to use at your discretion

Annual Team Building

Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility

Career development, training, and coaching opportunities

Pet insurance

NEI Electric Power Engineering participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your completed Form I-9 to confirm your work authorization in the United States.