SCADA/Electromechanical Engineer
On-siteJohnstown, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Design, configure, and troubleshoot SCADA systems for remote monitoring, control, and alarm management of diesel and natural gas generator assets. Develop electrical and mechanical specifications for switchgear, ATS, fuel, cooling, and exhaust systems while evaluating power generation components for commercial and industrial applications. Coordinate SCADA communications using industry-standard protocols like Modbus, DNP3, and OPC, and review engineering drawings, schematics, and control logic to ensure compliance with OSHA, NEC, NFPA, and IEEE standards. Create preventative maintenance strategies, prepare technical documentation, and collaborate with operations, vendors, and customers to optimize system performance. Occasional travel to active plant environments is required; a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 3–5 years of experience with power generation systems are essential.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- 3–5 years of experience with industrial or commercial power generation systems
- Experience with diesel and/or natural gas generators, switchgear, automatic transfer switches, and generator controls
- Experience with SCADA systems, industrial networking, and remote monitoring applications
- Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, OPC, or Ethernet/IP
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, PLC logic, and technical specifications
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Willingness to travel to customer or project sites as needed
- Ability to work in industrial facilities, electrical rooms, mechanical spaces, and outdoor environments
- Ability to climb ladders, navigate construction or manufacturing sites, and lift up to 50 pounds
- Availability for occasional overtime and travel to support commissioning, startup, testing, or emergency service
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with generator manufacturers such as Jenbacher and Wartsila
- Experience with PLC programming and SCADA platforms such as Ignitions
- Wonderware, AVEVA, Logix5000, FactoryTalk View, or VTScada
- Experience using power system analysis software such as ETAP or SKM
- Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for industrial control systems (ICS)
- Knowledge of NFPA, NEC, IEEE, and applicable industry standards
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