[Hiring] Senior SCADA & Communications Engineer @SMA America

Role Description

The Senior SCADA & Communications Engineer supports the design, integration, and operation of communication and control systems across utility-scale renewable energy assets, including solar PV, battery storage, and hybrid plants. This role owns site-level communications architecture, machine-to-machine (M2M) SCADA integration, and secure connectivity between sites, utilities, and cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant work experience
• At least 5 years of SCADA or energy management systems experience
• Strong understanding of firewalls and network security fundamentals
• Ability to debug network connections using tools such as Wireshark
• Extensive hands-on experience with utility-scale SCADA systems, including SCADA servers, RTUs, PLCs, industrial gateways, and edge/data collection devices
• Strong experience with industrial and utility protocols such as Modbus TCP/IP, DNP3, IEC 61850 (preferred), and OPC UA
• Strong understanding of OT cybersecurity principles, including defense-in-depth architectures, secure remote access/VPNs, and network segmentation and monitoring
• Experience implementing secure communication paths between OT and IT systems
• Comfort working with field data, diagnostics, and system telemetry

Requirements

• Background in commissioning or field deployment
• Experience implementing unidirectional security solutions (data diodes)
• Knowledge of ISO/RTO integration requirements
• Strong cross-functional collaboration across engineering, O&M, and IT/security teams
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to clearly communicate technical architectures to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Familiarity with NERC CIP and cybersecurity frameworks for critical infrastructure
• Proficiency in English required; German and/or Spanish language skills are a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Proven ability to work effectively in a matrix organization
• Periodic domestic travel required; international travel may be required

Benefits

• Compensation: $138,000–$158,000 base salary, commensurate with experience
• Location: Rocklin, CA (HQ) or Texas preferred; remote candidates considered. Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Opportunities for professional development and industry engagement