Principal SCADA Engineer - Control Systems
Location: Denver, CO An engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced, motivated Principal SCADA Engineer with expertise in industrial control systems to join our team at our Denver location. Due to our work as a Federal Contractor, candidates must be US Citizens.
A full-service electric utility solutions engineering firm in Denver with more than twenty years' experience in electrical utility system ownership, upgrades, maintenance and operations. The company offers comprehensive power system engineering services to investor-owned, municipal, cooperative, government, industrial, and commercial customers.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain SCADA systems for electrical utility networks, substations, and distribution systems
- Develop and configure HMI interfaces, RTUs, PLCs, and IEDs for monitoring and control of power system assets
- Create detailed system architecture designs for integrated SCADA/DMS/EMS solutions
- Perform system integration between SCADA platforms and other operational technology systems
- Develop technical specifications for SCADA hardware, software, and communication infrastructure
- Configure and test telemetry systems, protocols (DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850), and communication networks
- Implement cybersecurity measures for critical OT infrastructure according to NERC CIP standards
- Create functional specifications and testing procedures for SCADA implementations
- Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for new deployments
- Troubleshoot complex SCADA system issues and implement solutions
- Develop automation scripts and logic for power system operations
- Maintain system documentation including network diagrams, I/O lists, and operational procedures
- Conduct field surveys to determine project requirements and solutions
- Serve as technical lead for SCADA aspects of substation and distribution automation projects
- Provide expert guidance to clients regarding control system modernization strategies
- Mentor junior engineers in SCADA/automation principles and implementation
- Stay current with industry standards, cybersecurity requirements, and emerging technologies
Travel:
Up to 20% to client sites outside CO Skills and Qualifications:
- BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field from an accredited university
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
- 10+ years of experience implementing and supporting SCADA systems in electrical utility environments
- Expert knowledge of industrial protocols, RTUs, PLCs, and control system architecture
- Strong understanding of electrical power systems, including substations and distribution networks
- Experience with major SCADA platforms (e.g., Wonderware, GE iFIX, Siemens WinCC, OSI PI)
- Proficiency in PLC programming, HMI development, and network communications
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles for operational technology
- Experience with distribution automation, smart grid technologies, and outage management systems
- Strong project management skills with ability to lead technical implementations
- Excellent troubleshooting abilities with both hardware and software systems
- Superior communication skills for effective collaboration with clients and technical teams
Other Requirements:
- US citizenship required
- Ability to obtain Military Base Access Security Clearance
- Valid driver's license required