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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer - **Company:** Actalent - **Location:** Raleigh, NC, United States - **Salary:** $93,600.0 - $114,400.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Software Applications, Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Data Systems, Firmware, Human-Computer Interaction, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Python (Programming Language), Webui, SQL Databases, Systems Architecture, Data Logging, Information Technology, Process Control Systems, Data Management, Communication Devices - **Published:** October 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3445728575&tx=KJ9999FFU&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * Strong experience with MES/SCADA systems, including configuration, programming, and integration with industrial equipment. * Hands-on experience with PLCs and industrial networks used in power distribution and automation environments. * Experience working with SQL databases and SQL programming for data logging, reporting, and analytics. * Background in electrical engineering or power distribution sufficient to understand schematics, control circuits, and system architectures. * Ability to interpret and work with electrical schematics and HMI (Human-Machine Interface) designs. * Proficiency in programming languages and platforms such as IEC standards, C, C++, and Python for control and automation applications. * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical field from an accredited university. Additional Skills & Qualifications * Experience designing and implementing SCADA solutions for microgrids and battery energy storage systems (BESS). * Familiarity with web-based user interface frameworks for monitoring and control applications. * Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, and Controls Engineering. * Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot electrical, communication, and data-related issues in complex systems. * Attention to detail in producing accurate programming files, documentation, and design packages for internal and external stakeholders. * Interest in working in an emerging company environment with opportunities to influence products and platforms from concept through production. ## Description This role focuses on designing and implementing SCADA and control solutions for advanced microgrid and battery energy storage systems. You will develop programs, subroutines, function blocks, and firmware to automate power and monitoring equipment, supporting the integration of an advanced GridSure control and analytics platform. Working closely with Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, and SCADA & Controls Engineering teams, you will help bring power equipment from concept and initial design into production and support it throughout the product lifecycle., * Design and develop programs, subroutines, function blocks, and firmware for the automation of power and monitoring equipment used in microgrids and battery energy storage systems. * Create SCADA and control system designs that integrate BESS products, microgrid control systems, and the GridSure advanced control and analytics platform. * Utilize platforms and languages such as IEC standards, SQL, C, C++, and Python to implement robust and scalable control solutions. * Program and implement integration solutions using GridSure application software, web UI frameworks, and industrial control hardware. * Produce complete and accurate product and programming designs for internal engineering teams and external customers. * Create programming files for various control and communication devices associated with projects, ensuring reliable data acquisition and control. * Collaborate with Systems Engineering and SCADA & Controls Engineering teams to test programs and files, perform quality checks, and troubleshoot electrical and control issues. * Review project specifications and drawings with the design team and identify similar project applications to leverage existing solutions and best practices. * Work with Systems Engineering teams and customers to specify, set up, and commission field devices connected to the GridSure platform. * Diagnose and resolve communication or data issues between field devices, industrial networks, and the GridSure platform. * Support the transition of equipment and control solutions from concept and initial design into full production and throughout the product lifecycle., This position operates in a remote SCADA environment with travel as needed to customer sites, manufacturing facilities, or field locations for commissioning and troubleshooting. You will work closely with distributed engineering teams using modern industrial control hardware, SCADA platforms, PLCs, and SQL-based data systems. The role involves a mix of remote design and programming work, collaborative engineering reviews, and on-site field device setup and commissioning. The company offers the dynamic atmosphere of an emerging organization, where collaboration, innovation, and hands-on problem solving are central to the culture.