Lead SCADA Engineer - Critical Infrastructure 20

As a master system integrator (MSI), Smart Tech Contracting excels in streamlining complex building automation system (BAS) and technology integrations, offering a comprehensive turnkey package that includes DDC, PLC, and SCADA solutions.

We offer systems design, graphical standards development, central plant optimization (CPO), enterprise-level energy and operational monitoring, and robust alarming solutions. Our expertise in hyperscale and colocation data center integrations ensures seamless, efficient operations vital in today's data-driven world.

Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority. Position Title: Lead SCADA Engineer - Critical Infrastructure

Position Location: Remote - United States; limited project-based travel required

(On-site presence primarily for design reviews, FAT, IST, commissioning strategy, or critical technical escalations)

JOB SUMMARY

The Lead SCADA Engineer - Level IV is a senior technical authority responsible for SCADA system architecture, development, and technical quality across multiple mission-critical infrastructure projects.

This role is intentionally broad and platform-agnostic. It is designed to attract senior engineers with deep experience in SCADA systems, supervisory control, system integration, and control-system development, not narrow PLC specialists tied to a single platform or methodology.

The Lead SCADA Engineer sets technical direction, establishes development standards, and ensures scalable, secure, and reliable SCADA solutions that support complex, high-availability environments (data centers, utilities, industrial infrastructure, mission-critical facilities).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSSCADA Architecture, Standards, & Development (40%)

• Define and maintain SCADA system architecture, development standards, and best practices.
• Establish design intent for supervisory control systems, including data modeling, alarm strategy, graphics philosophy, and system performance expectations.
• Lead development of SCADA code, scripts, templates, and reusable components where appropriate.
• Ensure SCADA systems are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with long-term operational needs.
• Provide technical governance across multiple projects and platforms.

Project-Level Technical Leadership (25%)

• Serve as senior technical lead for SCADA systems across multiple concurrent projects.
• Partner with Project Managers, Engineers, and Field Leadership during planning, sequencing, and commissioning strategy development.
• Translate operational requirements into high-level SCADA system solutions.
• Identify technical risks early and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Act as escalation point for complex integration, development, or commissioning challenges.

Quality, Risk, & Commissioning Support (20%)

• Review and approve SCADA system designs, configurations, and development approaches.
• Perform peer reviews of SCADA configurations, scripts, and logic developed by others.
• Validate alignment with standards, cybersecurity considerations, and design intent.
• Support FAT, IST, commissioning, and live system cutovers as a senior technical authority.
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving critical system issues during high-risk events.

Mentorship & Technical Development (15%)

• Mentor mid- and senior-level engineers through technical review, guidance, and coaching.
• Support development of internal documentation, standards, and training materials.
• Promote continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and engineering excellence.

Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget

Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• 6-8+ years of experience engineering SCADA control systems in mission-critical, industrial, or infrastructure environments
• Demonstrated experience designing and developing SCADA systems, not just configuring them
• Strong understanding of:
• SCADA architecture and data modeling
• Alarm management and HMI/graphics philosophy
• System integration and communications
• Commissioning workflows, IST, and live cutovers
• Proven ability to review, critique, and improve complex control system implementations
• Ability to operate as a technical authority without direct people management
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non technical stakeholders
• Comfortable supporting multiple projects concurrently in a fast paced environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working on a computer
• Ability to move through offices, job sites, control rooms, and equipment spaces as needed
• Ability to occasionally lift or move tools or equipmen