SCADA & Commissioning Engineer

About the Role

Join our Energy team in Boulder, CO as a SCADA & Commissioning Engineer. This position supports the delivery of utility-scale renewable energy projects, including Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Wind, Hybrid Energy, and Microgrid facilities, through SCADA, controls, integration, and commissioning activities.

Responsibilities

• Support SCADA and controls engineering activities for Solar PV, BESS, Wind, Hybrid Energy, and Microgrid projects.
• Assist with the development of SCADA system architecture, point lists, HMI configurations, communication network layouts, and project documentation.
• Support integration, testing, and validation of plant monitoring and control systems.
• Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), commissioning, startup, and energization activities.
• Assist with troubleshooting SCADA, controls, communications, and system integration issues throughout project execution and commissioning.
• Provide field support for installation, testing, commissioning, and operational readiness activities.
• Conduct periodic site visits to support equipment verification, issue resolution, client coordination, and construction progress reviews.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, vendors, contractors, and clients to ensure successful project delivery.
• Prepare commissioning reports, test records, system documentation, and project closeout deliverables.
• Support the continuous improvement of engineering standards, commissioning procedures, and operational practices.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in SCADA, controls, automation, power systems, renewable energy, or related industries.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while managing assigned tasks independently.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and technical documentation.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and quality.
• Ability to travel occasionally to project sites for testing, commissioning, and field support activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to SCADA, PLC, HMI, or industrial control systems through coursework, internships, co-ops, or professional experience.
• Knowledge of renewable energy technologies, including Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Wind, and Microgrids.
• Experience supporting testing, commissioning, startup, or field engineering activities.
• Understanding of power system operations, electrical infrastructure, and plant controls.
• Internship, co-op, research, or project experience related to energy, automation, controls, or electrical systems.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or the ability to obtain certification.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors, and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. We want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Paid sick leave, vacation (or other personal time), and parental leave.
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Pay

Expected salary range: $60,000 - $100,000, depending on education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.