SCADA IT Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Tennessee.

📋 Description

• Report directly to the SCADA Manager

• Ensure the reliability, configuration, and maintenance of SCADA systems, along with associated hardware and applications

• Provide support to field personnel utilizing SCADA at power plants within the PJM/ROC region of U.S. Hydro Operations

• Oversee upgrade initiatives and create or adjust programming changes for Industrial Control Systems

• Implement patches and configure/manage related servers and equipment to ensure NERC/FERC compliance

• Develop and maintain SCADA software applications, including graphical interfaces, historical trend analysis, alarm management, set-point entry, and manual remote control systems

• Conduct system and database backups

• Offer user assistance for data extraction and report generation from databases

• Develop, maintain, and validate data

• Collaborate with NSCC personnel to test SCADA data points during the commissioning process

• Coordinate with remote assets, NSCC, and regional Project Managers on significant SCADA projects

• Create or update points lists in the PI database in collaboration with Operations/Assets teams

• Integrate new assets and field devices into existing systems

• Incorporate new acquisitions into the control center in conjunction with networking, systems, and operations teams

• Manage security devices, including cameras, key cards, motion sensors, and their associated servers

• Perform additional duties as assigned

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience is required

• Willingness to travel as necessary based on business needs

• Strong time management abilities with a proven capacity to organize, plan, prioritize, and handle multiple tasks and projects

• Proficient oral and written communication skills in English

• Ability to analyze tasks logically, deconstruct them into fundamental requirements, and devise solutions to achieve objectives

• Familiarity with MS Office Suite, including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook

• Experience in managing and programming industrial control systems, such as Allen Bradley, ABB, and Siemens

• Background in Industrial Control Systems

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred

• Equivalent experience or training may be considered

• Technical expertise in SCADA system operations, including related subsystems, networks, protocols, and regulations

• Experience with databases is required

• Familiarity with Industrial Networking is preferred

• Experience in the power industry is an advantage

• Working in an Allen Bradley environment is preferred

🏝️ Benefits

• Full-time employment

• Remote work designation

• Travel opportunities to various locations as needed based on business requirements

• Equal opportunity employment