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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal SCADA Engineer - **Company:** Qualus Corp. - **Location:** Folsom, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $187,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Vbscript, Communications Protocols, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Wonderware, Python (Programming Language), Ladder Logic, Microsoft Office, Modbus, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), OPC Unified Architecture, Structured Text, Scripting, Information Technology, Allen-Bradley Factory Automation Equipment - **Published:** June 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/07160088A9FE4EB89ABEC3F7EBD3D198/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or 10+ years of equivalent utility industry experience) preferred. * 10+ years of engineering design and field experience commissioning and testing SCADA RTU systems. * Familiarity with PLC platforms such as Allen Bradley and Modicon. * Strong understanding of SCADA architecture and automation protocols. * Experience with AVEVA/Wonderware, OSI PI, or similar SCADA platforms is a plus. * Skilled in Microsoft Office and basic scripting (Python, JavaScript, VBScript) is a plus. * Strong communication, troubleshooting, and documentations skills. * Must pass a NERC-level background check. * Must be available for extended on-site work M-F as needed. ## Description Power your Future with Qualus as a Principal SCADA Engineer in our Communications & SCADA Engineering department! We are seeking an experienced SCADA Engineer to support commissioning, testing, and implementation of SCADA systems in the field. This hands-on role focuses on RTU integration, PLC configuration, and diagnostics across utility, hydro, and power environments. Technicians will be embedded at client sites to support field operations and ensure reliable performance of critical infrastructure systems. If you're ready to bring technical precision to impactful energy projects, we encourage you to apply. This position is considered remote with approximately 25% travel to client sites as needed. 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