
SCADA Engineer
Vantage Point Solutions
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Birmingham • Alabama • United States
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Tech Stack
About the role
- Provide technical and consulting support for the development, configuration, and maintenance of EMS and DMS databases.
- Monitor and support EMS/DMS functionality, including system networks, data links, and Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) communications.
- Evaluate and ensure SCADA infrastructure, technologies, tools, and system architectures meet client operational and reliability needs.
- Collaborate with utility clients, cooperatives, and technology partners on DMS configuration, implementation, and system enhancements.
- Support internal IT and engineering teams to align SCADA solutions with client operational objectives.
- Document system designs, configurations, and procedures in accordance with best practices and client requirements.
- Assist with troubleshooting, issue resolution, and escalation related to SCADA system performance and reliability.
- Contribute to project planning, execution, and delivery for client engagements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or education sufficient to qualify for the Professional Engineering (PE) examination as required by state licensing boards.
- 5+ years of experience in engineering, SCADA, utility operations, or a related technical field.
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification preferred.
- Working knowledge of electrical transmission and distribution systems and utility operations.
- Understanding of SCADA fundamentals, RTUs, communications systems, networking concepts, and Linux operating systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess issues and recommend appropriate solutions or escalation paths.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to research, analyze data, and make sound engineering recommendations.
- Proven ability to build collaborative relationships with clients, partners, and internal teams.
- Experience working in team-based and project-oriented environments.
- Project management skills or experience supporting technical projects.
- Commitment to safety and the ability to work independently or with others while following established safety policies and procedures.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life
- disability insurance
- 401(k)
- and more.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
SCADADMSEMSRTULinuxnetworkingdata analysistroubleshootingproject managementsystem design
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solvingcommunication skillscollaborationresearch skillsindependent workteamworkclient relationship managementadaptabilityattention to detail
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringProfessional Engineering (PE) examination eligibilityFundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification