Electrical Field Engineer (SCADA)

Atwell

Location not specified

Full Time

Posted August 4, 2026

$89k - $142k· Est.

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Job Description

As a mid-level Electrical Field Engineer (SCADA) in the Field Services group, you will be responsible for performing Engineering Field Services with a SCADA focus as well as assisting with Engineering Design and Analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer in a manner that provides the client with q

Key Responsibilities

Performs equipment, control system, communications, troubleshooting, relay testing, start-up, and commissioning services
Assist in detailed design of all aspects of electrical power systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, general arrangement, selection of equipment, writing of equipment specifications
Set, test, wire, and install relaying and control systems, specifically SEL equipment.
Installation, program, and tests communications, SCADA, and PLC systems, primarily SEL RTACs NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc. 2
Produce configuration files associated with IEC61850 (GOOSE), DNP3, or other SCADA protocols
Perform SCADA and relay field testing and commissioning services
Provide field assistance and troubleshooting for SCADA systems such as SEL RTAC, Ignition, or PLCs.
Checking the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required
Prepares field testing, troubleshooting, investigation, and construction progress reports
Maintains a thorough understanding and applications of applicable Codes and Standards
Maintains strong and responsive Company-Client relationships
Maintains high ethical and professional standards
Expected to work additional time beyond 40 hours/week as required to complete projects, proposals and/or administrative functions
Attend conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work
Attend safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
Experience: 1 – 5 years of relevant engineering or field experience
Licensure: FE is preferred
Knowledge and familiarity with medium and high voltage power systems, with strong knowledge in SCADA
SEL equipment installation and configuration, RTAC experience is a plus
Experience with configuring, testing, and commissioning IEC61850, DNP3, MODBUS, and/or other SCADA protocols
Experience creating Network Architecture Diagrams
Previous Interactions with clients, customers, contractors and others
Ability to travel periodically for weeks across states for field work as needed
Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
Good interpersonal and people skills
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Proficiency with AutoCAD and power system software such as EasyPower, ETAP or SKM (preferred)
Experience with Omicron test equipment preferred (preferred)
Relay / SCADA panel wiring experience in a substation environment (preferred)