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SCADA Engineer

Ampirical

Posted 02/13/26

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1 Ampirical Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45237

Full-Time
Experienced
Energy and Utilities
Remote

Job Description

Develop and implement SCADA configurations for utility and data center projects.

  • Define system topology, data flow, and communication pathways
  • Develop system standards and engineering guidelines
  • Develop automation logic and control strategies
  • Create and maintain engineering drawings and diagrams
  • Maintain system specifications and design documentation
  • Develop and maintain point assignment sheets in collaboration with substation design engineers.
  • Configure and maintain control systems and databases to support new SCADA device installations and updates.
  • Configure real-time data acquisition, alarms, trends, events, and applications
  • Build and maintain point databases and tag structures
  • Build and maintain historical databases
  • Customize vendor SCADA platforms by creating reports, dashboards, and HMI/SCADA screens
  • Maintain and update SCADA software versions per manufacturer recommendation
  • Manage configuration backups and version control
  • Apply and optimize communication and network parameters as defined by network engineering teams (DNP3, Modbus, IEC61850, etc.).
  • Diagnose and resolve data communication issues in coordination with system operators and relay test personnel.
    • Analyze logs, errors, and system events to identify root causes and resolve real time system performance problems
  • Troubleshoot system issues during startup and commissioning and provide ongoing operational support for SCADA
  • Remotely program field devices such as reclosers and capacitor banks for new installations, failed equipment replacements, and downstream protection updates.
  • When required, travel to job sites to configure, troubleshoot and implement SCADA configurations.
    • Maintain and update controller, IED, RTU, and communication devices firmware and configurations
    • Support energization and cutover activities

Benefits

  • Salary Range: \$79,111 - Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)
  • Profit-Sharing Bonus: Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary)
  • Day-One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
  • PTO: Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays
  • Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off
  • Career Development: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
  • Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

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About Ampirical

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Ampirical provides electrical engineering and construction services, specializing in substation design, transmission lines, and power infrastructure projects.