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Senior Electrical Engineer SCADA
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A Power Systems Engineer specializes in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical power. They work in the field of electrical engineering but with a specific emphasis on large-scale power systems that provide electricity to homes, businesses, industries, and infrastructure.
$116,964 / year median in New York
Job Description
Job description: We are seeking a Senior SCADA Engineer with a strong electrical and panel-building background. This is a hands-on, client-facing senior engineering role supporting water/wastewater, utility, and critical infrastructure clients across the NYC region. You'll lead design and implementation of Allen-Bradley-based control systems, from panel layout through SCADA integration and commissioning. Key Responsibilities Lead design, build, and commissioning of industrial control panels (UL 508A standards) for SCADA and process control applications. Develop and maintain PLC programs on Allen-Bradley platforms (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, Studio 5000, RSLogix 5000/500). Engineer electrical schematics, panel layouts, BOMs, and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent. Integrate field instrumentation, VFDs, motor starters, network switches, and I/O with
SCADA HMI
platforms (AVEVA / Wonderware, FactoryTalk View, or Ignition). Conduct FAT, SAT, loop checks, and on-site commissioning at client facilities. Support OT network architecture, including industrial Ethernet, ICCP where applicable, and segmentation/cybersecurity best practices (NIST 800-82, IEC 62443 awareness). Mentor junior engineers and panel technicians; review designs and red-line drawings. Interface directly with client engineering, operations, and project management teams. Required Qualifications M.S. in Electrical Engineering
•(or closely related discipline). 10-12 years of progressive experience in industrial controls, SCADA, or panel engineering. Deep hands-on expertise with Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation
•PLC and HMI platforms. Demonstrated panel-building experience to UL 508A; ability to read, mark up, and produce electrical schematics. Strong working knowledge of
NEC, NFPA
70E, and grounding/bonding for control panels. Experience commissioning systems in live industrial environments (water/wastewater, power, manufacturing, or similar). Based in or willing to relocate to the NYC metro area; able to work on-site at client locations across the five boroughs and surrounding region. Preferred Qualifications Experience with AVEVA / OSIsoft PI, Wonderware, or Ignition SCADA stacks. Familiarity with Dell VxRail or virtualized SCADA infrastructure. Palo Alto or comparable OT firewall exposure. PE license (NY) or EIT track toward
PE. UL 508A MTR
certification. Prior work on municipal water/wastewater SCADA modernization projects.
Work Location:
In person