Sr SCADA Engineer

Consumers Energy•Jackson, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior SCADA Engineer leads the design, deployment, and maintenance of systems used to monitor and control the electric grid, including transmission, high-voltage, and distribution networks. The role requires expertise in SCADA architecture, cybersecurity compliance, and integration of operational and information technologies. The engineer collaborates with internal teams and external partners to define system requirements and ensure reliable operations, infrastructure protection, real-time support, and regulatory compliance. The position is onsite at the Parnall location in Jackson, Michigan. The selected candidate must live within commuting distance or be willing to relocate; a relocation package is available to those who qualify. The role includes rotating 24x7x365 on-call support. It is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship, including H-1B or TN sponsorship, and cannot employ candidates using CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science and at least 4 years of relevant experience in SCADA system design, configuration, and maintenance, including cybersecurity compliance and real-time operations; or an associate degree in Engineering or Computer Science and at least 6 years of such experience; or a high school diploma or GED and at least 8 years of such experience.
Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python, C, C#, or platform-specific languages.
Expertise in SCADA/HMI platforms such as AspenTech, GE, Wonderware, or Siemens.
Strong understanding of industrial protocols, including DNP3, Modbus, and OPC.
Deep knowledge of databases and historian technologies, including SQL Server, Oracle, and OSIsoft PI.
Advanced troubleshooting skills for hardware and software in industrial communication systems.
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and compliance frameworks, including NERC CIP, TOP, and FERC SOC.
Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills across multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to drive technical decision-making and provide architectural guidance for SCADA systems.
Commitment to operational excellence, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Must be within commuting distance of the Jackson, Michigan location or willing to relocate.
Must not require current or future immigration sponsorship; candidates with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT are not eligible.

Responsibilities

Mentor and guide junior and mid-level SCADA engineers on best practices, standards, and technical approaches.
Lead SCADA system testing, including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), as well as commissioning and deployment.
Drive process automation and optimization initiatives within SCADA operations.
Provide rotating 24x7x365 on-call support.
Design and deploy SCADA systems for real-time monitoring and control of transmission, high-voltage, and distribution networks.
Develop and maintain applications supporting real-time grid operations, including State Estimation, Contingency Analysis, Automatic Generation Control, alarms, Human-Machine Interface, and data acquisition.
Integrate SCADA systems with field devices, databases, and enterprise platforms to support communication, reliability, and operational and regulatory compliance.
Troubleshoot critical SCADA system issues and conduct root cause analysis.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align SCADA solutions with business and regulatory requirements.
Ensure compliance with cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including NERC CIP and FERC Standards of Conduct, in collaboration with IT security teams.
Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.