Senior SCADA, Communications Engineer

SMA America

Senior SCADA & Communications Engineer managing communications and control systems for renewable energy assets. Collaborating across teams to lead integration and support compliance with industry standards.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $138,000 - $158,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing SCADA systems and secure communication networks, with a strong focus on cybersecurity principles and compliance with NERC CIP standards. Proficient in troubleshooting and optimizing system performance through collaboration with engineering teams and effective use of diagnostic tools.

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SCADA Systems ExperienceNetwork Security FundamentalsIndustrial Protocols (Modbus TCP/IP, DNP3, IEC 61850, OPC UA)OT Cybersecurity PrinciplesCommunication Network Design

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Hard Skills

SCADA System DesignM2M CommunicationsNetwork SegmentationCybersecurity ArchitectureProtocol ConfigurationData TelemetryUtility-Scale SystemsDebugging with WiresharkFiber Optic NetworksVLAN Configuration

Soft Skills

CollaborationTroubleshootingProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

WiresharkSCADA ServersRTUsPLCsIndustrial GatewaysCloud-Based DashboardsData ConcentratorsFirewallsRoutersSwitches

Industry Keywords

NERC CIP ComplianceUtility Interconnection RequirementsOT and IT Systems IntegrationSecure Remote AccessEvent Reporting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityFirewallsRTOSTCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead integration of site controllers, inverters, and auxiliary equipment into a unified SCADA architecture
Design and configure machine-to-machine (M2M) communications between site controllers, inverters, and plant-level gateways and data concentrators
Define and deploy end-to-end communication networks, including industrial Ethernet (fiber/copper), layered OT network segmentation, and integration of secure connectivity platforms, data collectors, and industrial gateways
Design and support OT networks, including firewalls, routers, switches, VLANs and segmentation, and fiber optic networks
Manage secure communication interfaces between sites and utilities, transmission operators, ISOs/RTOs, asset owners, and cloud-based platforms
Configure and validate protocols for wide-area communications, including real-time telemetry, dispatch and control signals, and event and disturbance reporting
Design and implement multi-layer cybersecurity architectures, including segmented network zones, secure data replication layers, and unidirectional gateways (data diodes) for critical assets
Support compliance with NERC CIP standards, utility interconnection requirements, and internal cybersecurity frameworks
Enable inverter monitoring, diagnostics, and fault detection through integration with cloud-based dashboards
Collaborate with O&M and engineering teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize system performance
Maintain auditable data and communication structures to meet regulatory compliance requirements
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) plan with company match
Opportunities for professional development and industry engagement
Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates