Scada Engineer

About the role

Configures, maintains, and supports the SCADA and Load Management infrastructure to ensure its reliable, safe, and secure operation. Maintains the SCADA and Load Management systems in a compliant manner and demonstrates compliance with applicable regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Designs, configures, and maintains the SCADA and Load Management infrastructure in accordance with NOVEC policies, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
• Documents tasks to demonstrate compliance with regulatory standards such as infrastructure changes, compliance assessments, testing of significant changes, system configurations, access reviews, and equipment disposal.
• Responsible for procedures and practices related to the physical and cyber security of the SCADA system.
• Programs SCADA systems to communicate with field equipment including IEDs, RTUs, and meters.
• Maintains and supports SCADA servers, databases, data historian, SCADA one-lines, map board, operator training, historian and engineering workstations, and related Electric Operations systems including: ACS, eDNA, ICCP, data integration (transcription, load page), and delivery point meters.
• Manages NOVEC relationship with key hardware and software vendors.
• Creates and updates SCADA operator displays and databases.
• Ensures communications and coordination with Power Supply to implement peak demand load shedding programs.
• Responsible for Department functions and roles related to OT Cyber Security Plan and OT Cyber Incident Response Plan.
• Coordinates SCADA infrastructure and display activities with NOVEC’s Electric Operations staff.
• Coordinates ICCP database and coordinates data exchange with outside entities.
• Participates in internal and external audits as a subject matter expert.
• Provides supervision for 1-3 SCADA Analyst(s) responsible for the administration and technical support of the SCADA and Load Management system, including performance management, goal setting, and development plans for employees.
• Provides technical support to internal staff for maintained systems and directs and assists in recovery efforts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Professional Relations

• Internal: Communicates within department and with other departments regarding project coordination and planning. Shares engineering studies, information, updates, projects, and training. Interacts with Accounting regarding procurement, specifications, inventories, invoicing, and power plant issues. Works with LMIT group to obtain software acquisition and maintenance, and computer upgrades.
• External: Maintains the highest level of quality customer service through various forms of communication, as well as proactive and professional relationships with customers within the business community and the general public. Acts as a liaison for vendors, marketing representatives, contractors, and consultants to discuss contracts, specifications, change orders, construction management, and invoice approvals. Works with suppliers to coordinate system requirements for proper operation of equipment. Interacts with SCADA software provider regarding software applications, maintenance, and updates.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three or more years of experience configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting SCADA or equivalent distributed control systems (DCS).
• Demonstrated proficiency with Windows and Linux operating systems, Microsoft Office Suite, virtualization technologies, access control/authorization, security event monitoring, and configuration management tools.
• Demonstrated ability to administer, program, and troubleshoot real-time SCADA systems and displays.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Power System Operations concepts, processes, and procedures.
• Basic understanding of NERC CIP standards.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage projects and time effectively to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred certifications (e.g., NERC CIP, CISSP, PMP), advanced degrees, or specialized SCADA/DCS platform experience.