5+ years of experience in SCADA, PLC programming, or industrial automation systems
Proficient in VTScada development and application configuration
Familiar with SCADA server architecture and cloud-hosted environments
Knowledgeable in industrial communication protocols like Modbus and MQTT
Understanding of network principles, including VPNs and firewalls
Strong project management and problem-solving skills
Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications and control drawings
Responsibilities
Design and implement SCADA, telemetry, PLC, and HMI systems
Develop and troubleshoot PLC and HMI applications
Configure system tags, alarms, and operator interfaces
Deploy and maintain redundant VTScada cloud architectures
Integrate cloud SCADA platforms with field equipment using industrial protocols
Manage historical telemetry data and ensure data accessibility
Lead SCADA projects and provide technical support for project execution
Benefits
Health insurance
401(k)
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Dog-friendly office!
Full Job Description
Role: SCADA Controls Engineer
Kennedy Industries SCADA Controls Engineer role is responsible for designing, implementing, troubleshooting and supporting SCADA, PLC, HMI, telemetry and cloud-based control systems for municipal and industrial applications. This role combines technical expertise, project leadership, and customer collaboration to deliver reliable automation, monitoring and data management solutions.
Essential Functions:
SCADA and Control Engineering:
Design, implement and support SCADA, telemetry, PLC and HMI systems
Develop, program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC and HMI applications
Configure tags, alarms, trending and operator interfaces for effective system monitoring and control
Troubleshoot control systems, field instrumentation, communications networks, and related hardware
Cloud SCADA and Data Management:
Deploy and maintain redundant VTScada cloud architectures, to ensure high availability, failover, and load balancing
Integrate cloud-based SCADA platforms with PLC's, RTU's, edge devices and field equipment using industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, EtherNet/IP, and MQTT
Manage historical telemetry data, including historian configuration, storage, backup, and data accessibility
Cybersecurity and Network Infrastructure:
Configure and maintain industrial network infrastructure, including firewalls, VPN's and secure remote-access solutions (a plus)
Implement cybersecurity best practices and support compliance with applicable industrial security standards
Troubleshoot network and communication issues using tools such as Wireshark and other packet analysis software
Project and Customer Support:
Lead SCADA and automation projects while supporting project managers in project execution and coordination
Work directly with customers to develop, implement, and support control system solutions
Review project specifications and provide technical support for project scoping, design and quotations
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of experience in SCADA, PLC programming, industrial controls, or automation systems
Experience with VTScada development and application configuration (required)
Familiar with SCADA server architecture, redundancy, failover, and cloud-hosted environments
Knowledge of industrial communication protocols including Modbus, DNP3, Ethernet/IP and MQTT
Understanding of network principles, VPN's, firewalls and remote access technologies
Ability to troubleshoot industrial networks and communication systems
Experience with Allen-Bradley and/or Unitronics PLC platform preferred
Strong project management skills, communication, and problem solving skills
Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications, electrical schematics and control drawings
Self-motivated with strong analytical, technical and computer skills
Preferred Education:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or Automation Engineering or a related technical field
Equivalent technical degree and relevant industry experience will also be considered
Work Environment:
IN OFFICE Monday through Friday-standard 40 hours
Field work will be 40% of the position with minimal overnight travel
