The AES CorporationRemote
SCADA Engineer
United States
Full-time
5 days ago
$94,000 - $113,000 USD
H1B Sponsor Likely
Key skills
SCADA engineeringSCADA platformsindustrial communication protocolscybersecurity principlesremote monitoring toolsanalytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsorganizational skillsproject managementProject ManagementCommunication
About this role
The AES Corporation is a leading company in the global energy revolution, recognized for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. They are seeking a highly skilled SCADA Engineer to design, implement, and maintain SCADA systems for their North American Clean Energy operations, ensuring reliable monitoring and control of utility generation processes.
Responsibilities:
- Support the design, configuration, and maintenance of SCADA systems for operational control centers, ensuring reliable and secure data acquisition and process control
- Directly support SCADA Staff and the management of the SCADA Process and SCADA Vendor/integrator to meet project requirements and timelines
- Monitor system performance, troubleshooting issues, and resolve faults to ensure continuous and efficient operation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate SCADA systems with other industrial automation platforms and enterprise IT systems
- Work with SCADA Integrators to develop, test, and implement SCADA logic, graphical interfaces, and alarm systems to support operational requirements
- Review internal exhibits, create Scopes of Work (SOW) for SCADA bids and pass directly to vendors as needed. Delineate responsibilities and identify scope gaps
- Participate in cybersecurity assessments and support best practices to protect SCADA infrastructure from threats
- Provide remote technical support and training to operations staff and end-users
- Document system configurations, procedures, and maintenance activities
- Participate in system upgrades, migrations, and expansion projects as needed
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or equivalent field experience
- 3+ years of experience in SCADA engineering, preferably in an operational control center environment
- Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize projects and tasks
- Experience with SCADA platforms such as Bluence, Ignition, Emerson Ovation Green, Rockwell Factory Talk Optix, Wonderware, Siemens WinCC, or similar
- Understanding of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC, etc.)
- Experience with remote monitoring, troubleshooting, and support tools
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices for industrial control systems
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting and manage multiple priorities
- Knowledge of networking and IT infrastructure related to SCADA systems
- Experience with cloud-based SCADA solutions and virtualization technologies
- SCADA project management experience