SCADA Engineer III - Critical Infrastructure

Position Title: SCADA Engineer III – Critical Infrastructure

Position Location: Remote – United States; limited project-based travel required

(On-site presence primarily for design reviews, FAT, IST, commissioning strategy, or critical technical escalations)

SALARY

Smart Tech Contracting recognizes that salary ranges published on job boards do not always reflect internal compensation bands. Compensation for this senior technical role is commensurate with experience, scope of influence, and impact, and may include base salary, bonus eligibility, and travel support as applicable.

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior SCADA Engineer – Level III is a high-level individual contributor responsible for designing, developing, and supporting SCADA systems across mission-critical infrastructure projects.

This role focuses on system design, development, integration, and execution, operating under established standards and architecture while contributing technical expertise across multiple projects. Senior SCADA Engineers are expected to work independently on complex scopes while escalating higher-risk architectural decisions as needed.

While predominantly remote, this role includes on-site engagement during critical milestones such as factory acceptance testing (FAT), integrated systems testing (IST), commissioning, and high-risk troubleshooting events.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

SCADA System Design & Development (40%)

• Design and develop SCADA systems in accordance with project requirements and STC standards.
• Translate design intent, sequences of operation, and operational requirements into maintainable SCADA configurations, scripts, and logic.
• Develop SCADA code, templates, and reusable components as assigned.
• Configure alarms, graphics, and data models consistent with established architecture.
• Review and refine SCADA implementations for performance, reliability, and consistency.

Project and Cross-Discipline Coordination (25%)

• Coordinate SCADA engineering efforts with Project Managers, Engineers, Field Leadership, and commissioning teams.
• Participate in design reviews, coordination meetings, and commissioning planning.
• Support integration with third-party systems, packaged equipment, and external vendors.
• Identify technical risks within assigned scope and propose mitigation strategies.

Quality, Testing, & Commissioning Support (20%)

• Support FAT, IST, and commissioning activities as required.
• Perform peer reviews of SCADA configurations and development work within assigned scope.
• Assist with troubleshooting during commissioning and live system cutovers.
• Ensure implementations align with standards, safety requirements, and design intent.

Mentorship & Technical Growth (15%)

• Provide guidance and technical support to junior engineers as assigned.
• Contribute to internal documentation, standards, and best practices.
• Participate in knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget

Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• 4–6 years of experience engineering or developing SCADA systems in mission-critical, industrial, utility, or infrastructure environments
• Demonstrated experience designing and developing SCADA systems (not solely configuring HMIs)
• Strong understanding of:
• SCADA architecture and data modeling
• Alarm management and HMI/graphics philosophy
• System integration and communications
• Commissioning workflows, IST, and live cutovers
• Ability to independently execute complex SCADA scopes with limited oversight
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Comfortable supporting multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working on a computer
• Ability to move through offices, job sites, control rooms, and equipment spaces as needed
• Ability to occasionally lift or move tools or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

TRAVEL / RELOCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to rent vehicles
• Limited (Up to 50%), targeted travel for FAT, IST, commissioning strategy, or critical issue resolution
• Willingness to support extended hours during major commissioning or cutover events as needed
• Domestic travel required as project needs dictate; valid REAL ID or passport required

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Controls, Automation, Computer, Mechanical) or a related technical discipline preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and demonstrated, hands-on SCADA or controls engineering experience will be considered
• Relevant industry certifications or advanced technical training are a plus but not required
• Preferred (Not Required):
• Experience with major SCADA platforms (Ignition, AVEVA/Wonderware, WinCC, FactoryTalk, or equivalent)
• Experience supporting mission-critical infrastructure environments

Smart Tech Contracting offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment

Smart Tech Contracting is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.

Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team!

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

STC does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to STC in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where STC has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of STC and STC will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.