SCADA & Automation Engineer 3 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy•Columbus, OH

10d•$74,353 - $113,595•Hybrid

About The Position

Sargent & Lundy is hiring a SCADA & Automation Engineer for its Grid business unit to design, program, and integrate SCADA and communications systems for utility, industrial, and renewable clients. The role involves engineering and designing systems, configuring and testing equipment, troubleshooting communications, and preparing project documentation. The engineer will coordinate with other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers, and provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers. The position includes potential travel to client and vendor offices, up to 20%. It offers a hybrid arrangement with three days per week in the office and two days working remotely. A generous relocation package may be available depending on location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, electronic, or computer systems engineering.
At least 3 years of experience designing, configuring, implementing, and troubleshooting substation SCADA and communication systems.
Experience with SEL, Novatech, and GE RTUs and software.
Basic understanding of LAN/WAN devices and topology.
Knowledge of DNP, Modbus, SEL, and IEC-61850 (MMS/Goose) protocols, both serial- and IP-based.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 20%.
Must not require U.S. work authorization sponsorship for this position.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineering (P.E.) license.
Experience with communication troubleshooting software and hardware, such as ASE Test Set and Wireshark.
Protective relay settings experience with SEL, GE, ABB, or similar systems.
Network design credentials.
Well versed in Microsoft Project and Visio.
Familiarity with NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection standards and cybersecurity.
Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant; experience with AI, automation, or programming is valued but not required unless specified elsewhere.

Responsibilities

Plan, engineer, and design SCADA and communications systems for client projects.
Develop communication block diagrams, panel layout and bill of material drawings, SCADA AC and DC schematics, fiber detail drawings, and network drawings.
Review and provide design input on protection and control drawings for SCADA system requirements.
Develop points lists for data transferred between RTUs, IEDs, and master station connections.
Configure Remote Terminal Units, including SEL RTAC, Novatech OrionLX, SMP Gateway, and GE-D20.
Configure programmable automation controllers, including SEL-2440 and SEL-2411.
Program Human Machine Interface applications using tools such as SEL Diagram Builder, Inkscape, and Wonderware.
Coordinate with relay settings engineers on communication port settings for protection relays, meters, and other IEDs.
Develop configurations for network devices, including switches, routers, and firewalls.
Troubleshoot SCADA network and communications systems remotely and onsite as required.
Develop SCADA system and network documentation for projects.
Develop automation tools to improve project efficiency.
Stage, configure, and test integrated system designs in the Protection, Automation & Telecommunication Laboratory for interoperability and performance.
Ensure strict adherence to NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection standards.
Coordinate with and provide guidance to engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to support complete and timely designs.
Share knowledge with experienced engineers through peer learning and Communities of Practice.
Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.