Project Engineer, SCADA - Ontario, CA

Overview

Project Engineer - SCADA at David Evans and Associates, Inc. Our Energy team provides infrastructure solutions for power delivery and renewable energy, offering planning and design for low- to high-voltage facilities. We aim to deliver safe, reliable, and affordable electricity for communities across power generation, renewables, and transportation electrification, addressing technical, financial, environmental, and political needs of our clients. The position focuses on technical SCADA design and execution for renewable energy delivery projects throughout the Midwest and western United States.

The location for this hybrid-friendly position is flexible with a preference for those based near DEA offices in California, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Texas, Utah, or Washington. Fully remote may be considered depending on circumstances. Some travel for project execution may be required.

• Exemplify DEA’s Cultural Drivers internally and externally.
• Conceptual and detailed development of substation SCADA design.
• Develop supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems for renewable energy and utility clients.
• Prepare points list of all data to be transferred between control centers and controlled apparatus.
• Assign and program data addressing and routing information.
• Construction and commissioning start up support.
• Develop and configure SCADA system settings and parameters.
• Provide technical mentoring to project team members and support calculations required for design.
• Offer office support during project construction, including RFI responses, submittal reviews, and commissioning troubleshooting.
• Promote effective team working relationships and maintain the technical quality of work.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in electrical engineering.
• Four (4) or more years of applicable industry experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer.
• Familiar with substation and power system integration.
• Familiar with SEL RTAC and SEL/GE protective relaying communication needs.
• Familiar with DNP/Modbus and other protocols.
• Proficient with HMI and SCADA software.

• Seven (7) or more years of applicable industry experience.
• Highly proficient with HMI and SCADA software.
• Experience in CAISO and ERCOT areas.
• Experience working with contractors in Engineer-Procure-Construct (EPC) delivery format through project commissioning.
• Experience delivering professional services for renewable energy owners or developers.

We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and work alongside colleagues committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments.

• Comprehensive health coverage:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
• Professional development:
  Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off
• 401k retirement plan
• Holistic Wellbeing Program focused on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
• Potential salary range: $108,000 - $151,000
• Salary range note:
  The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

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Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Engineering and Information Technology

Civil Engineering

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