SCADA & Automation Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy•Chicago, IL

1d•$66,000 - $94,810•Hybrid

About The Position

SCADA & Automation Engineers design, program, and integrate SCADA systems for utility, industrial, and renewable clients. As a SCADA & Automation Engineer in our Grid business unit you will engage in fast-paced client projects to plan, engineer, & design SCADA and communications systems. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of spending three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science engineering degree with strong preference in an Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace or Chemical Engineering degree, and/or coursework including Coding, 3D Modeling/Design, and experience using agentic AI.
1 or more years of applicable experience in design, configuration, implementation, and troubleshooting of substation SCADA and communication systems or a Master's degree.
An understanding of the practical application of electrical engineering and technology including applying systems, principles, techniques, and procedures to a project design.
Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models with the ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of a computer.
Proficiency with MS Office applications.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be bilingual in Spanish and English (read, speak, and write).
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Nice To Haves

BSEE, MSEE, or equivalent degree from an ABET accredited engineering program.
Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training.
Familiarity in designing or developing AI applications and/or agents.
Related engineering internship or co-op work experience.
Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation is valued but not required.
Additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.

Responsibilities

Engage in fast-paced client projects to plan, engineer, & design SCADA and communications systems.
Develop communication block diagrams, panel layout/bill of material drawings, SCADA AC & DC schematics, fiber detail drawings, & network drawings.
Provide reviews/design input of P&C drawings for SCADA system requirements.
Develop points lists for data transferred between RTUs, IEDs, and other SCADA systems.
Develop configurations for Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) - (SEL RTAC, Novatech Orion, and GE platforms, etc.)
Develop configurations for programmable automation controllers (PACs) – (SEL-2440/2411, etc.)
Program Human Machine Interface (HMI) applications (SEL Diagram Builder, Inkscape, Wonderware, etc.)
Coordinate with relay settings engineers to develop/review communication port settings for protection relays, meters, & other IEDs.
Develop network device configurations for switches, routers, & firewalls. (Cisco, Siemens Ruggedcomm, SEL, etc.)
Perform troubleshooting of SCADA system network & communication systems (DNP, Modbus, SEL Protocol, IEC 61850, TCP/IP, UDP) remotely and onsite (if required).
Develop SCADA system and Network documentation for projects.
Develop automation tools to improve project efficiency (python, etc.)
Stage, configure & test integrated systems designs, for interoperability & performance consistent with predictive models in our Protection, Automation & Telecommunication Laboratory.
Ensure strict adherence to NERC standards for Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP).
Coordinate and provide guidance to other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure a complete and timely design.
Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers by way of Sargent & Lundy’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice.”
There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices as needed.