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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SCADA & Automation Engineer - Data Centers - **Company:** NEI Electric Power Engineering Inc - **Location:** Denver, CO, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** AutoCAD, Data Centers, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Modbus, Network Architecture, Load Balancing - **Published:** June 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=14450365631ec824 ## About the Role Do you have a valid Fundamentals of Engineering license?, Do you have experience in Writing skills?, * Education: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred * Experience: 2 - 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 * Experience with substation or data center medium voltage equipment is a plus * Proficiency with AutoCAD * Previous Interactions with clients, customers, contractors and others * Assist with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings * 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, Must be able to lift 50lbs. ## Description As a mid-level SCADA & Automation Engineer in the Data Center group, you will be responsible for engineering design, performing field work and analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer in a manner that provides the client with a quality deliverable that is on time and within budget., * Set, test, wire, and install relaying and control systems, specifically SEL equipment. * Program, installation, and testing of SCADA and PLC systems, primarily SELRTACs * Produce configuration files associated with IEC61850 (GOOSE), DNP3, or other SCADA protocols * Prepare a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including specifications, RFIs, studies * Perform 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 * 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 * Understanding and experience with applicable Codes and Standards such as NEC, NESC, and PRC * Mobilize and perform field assignments to commission, inspect, or troubleshoot substation control systems * Experience with grid connected or islanded microgrid control operation is a plus (generator controls, load balancing schemes, etc.) * Other duties as assigned, Team Member is responsible for managing their own work schedule with input from their supervisor and completing assigned tasks. 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