Principal Scada Engineer

Principal SCADA Engineer - Control Systems

Location: Denver, CO

An engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced, motivated Principal SCADA Engineer with expertise in industrial control systems to join our team at our Denver location. Due to our work as a Federal Contractor, candidates must be US Citizens.

A full-service electric utility solutions engineering firm in Denver with more than twenty years' experience in electrical utility system ownership, upgrades, maintenance and operations. The company offers comprehensive power system engineering services to investor-owned, municipal, cooperative, government, industrial, and commercial customers.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and maintain SCADA systems for electrical utility networks, substations, and distribution systems

Develop and configure HMI interfaces, RTUs, PLCs, and IEDs for monitoring and control of power system assets

Create detailed system architecture designs for integrated SCADA/DMS/EMS solutions

Perform system integration between SCADA platforms and other operational technology systems

Develop technical specifications for SCADA hardware, software, and communication infrastructure

Configure and test telemetry systems, protocols (DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850), and communication networks

Implement cybersecurity measures for critical OT infrastructure according to NERC CIP standards

Create functional specifications and testing procedures for SCADA implementations

Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for new deployments

Troubleshoot complex SCADA system issues and implement solutions

Develop automation scripts and logic for power system operations

Maintain system documentation including network diagrams, I/O lists, and operational procedures

Conduct field surveys to determine project requirements and solutions

Serve as technical lead for SCADA aspects of substation and distribution automation projects

Provide expert guidance to clients regarding control system modernization strategies

Mentor junior engineers in SCADA/automation principles and implementation

Stay current with industry standards, cybersecurity requirements, and emerging technologies

Travel:

Up to 20% to client sites outside CO

Skills and Qualifications:

BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field from an accredited university

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

10+ years of experience implementing and supporting SCADA systems in electrical utility environments

Expert knowledge of industrial protocols, RTUs, PLCs, and control system architecture

Strong understanding of electrical power systems, including substations and distribution networks

Experience with major SCADA platforms (e.g., Wonderware, GE iFIX, Siemens WinCC, OSI PI)

Proficiency in PLC programming, HMI development, and network communications

Knowledge of cybersecurity principles for operational technology

Experience with distribution automation, smart grid technologies, and outage management systems

Strong project management skills with ability to lead technical implementations

Excellent troubleshooting abilities with both hardware and software systems

Superior communication skills for effective collaboration with clients and technical teams

Other Requirements:

US citizenship required

Ability to obtain Military Base Access Security Clearance

Valid driver's license required