[Hiring] Senior Engineer - SCADA @Qualus

Role Description

Power your Future as a Senior SCADA Engineer with QUALUS! Step into leadership as a Senior SCADA Engineer at Qualus, where innovation meets expertise. In this pivotal role, you'll plan, direct, and implement advanced SCADA systems that drive operational efficiency across critical utility facilities. Join us in shaping the future of energy, water, and industrial automation by applying your skills to complex, impactful projects. If you're ready to lead and make a difference, Qualus is the place for you. Apply today!

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct engineering studies to determine SCADA system requirements.
• Design and prepare technical specifications for complex SCADA control systems, emphasizing distribution operations.
• Evaluate process computer systems and recommend software modifications.
• Develop operational logic and oversee the programming of process computers.
• Conduct engineering analysis of field test data and plant operations for compliance.
• Lead the design and configuration of SCADA systems for transitioning to Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS).
• Develop mapping and device building for analog points, status updates, and virtual controls within distribution systems.
• Respond to emergency RT SCADA requests from Operations and support Work Order requests from technicians and stakeholders.
• Coordinate testing and commissioning of distribution devices such as RTUs, line reclosers, capacitor banks, and transformers.
• Prepare and review operational and maintenance manuals, procedures, and training programs.
• Simulate operations malfunctions and recommend necessary program modifications.
• Review and estimate costs for control systems and instrumentation equipment.
• Prepare technical reports, system analyses, and project correspondence.
• Lead troubleshooting and diagnostics for SCADA systems and communication devices.
• Integrate SCADA systems with historians like OSI PI and AVEVA.
• Create or modify PLC programs using Structured Text, Function Block Diagrams, and Ladder Logic.
• Configure and troubleshoot industry-standard communication protocols (i.e., Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA).
• Ensure compliance with NERC CIP-004 standards, including periodic background checks.
• Collaborate with clients, vendors, and field technicians to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8-10 years of professional SCADA engineering experience, including leadership roles.
• Must be a US Citizen or possess a valid Green Card (Permanent Resident Card) to be considered.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance.
• Short and Long-Term Disability.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• EAP.
• Parental Leave.
• Paid time off and Holidays, for those who qualify.

Company Description

Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, energy efficiency and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 2,000 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.