Qualitest is looking for experienced SCADA Data Maintenance Engineer to join our team in Chicago, IL. This position involves working onsite 2 days a week, and the contract is expected to run through the end of 2026. The ideal candidate will possess the technical expertise to maintain and support SCADA systems, focusing on distribution automation (DA) systems and related equipment, ensuring smooth operation and efficient communication between critical systems.

 

Location: Chicago, IL (Onsite 2 days per week)

 

Position Summary:
The SCADA Data Maintenance Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, implementing, and maintaining SCADA systems, products, and processes for the 12/34 kV distribution automation (DA) system and equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain expertise in SCADA/ADMS-related real-time, historian, and relational databases to support SCADA systems and ensure accurate data management. Design, implement, test, commission, and maintain 12/34 kV DA devices within the SCADA environment, ensuring effective data exchange across multiple devices. Conduct engineering duties to enhance system reliability, including testing and upgrading DA equipment to ensure seamless data exchange between Field Interface Gateways (FIGs) and ADMS Front End Processors (FEPs). Configure SCADA systems, translating operational requirements through VRTU, FIG, ICCP, and ADMS configurations. Collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders, such as TSO/DSO leadership, SCADA vendors, contractors, and field personnel, to support technical and business tasks. Resolve complex telecommunication problems across VRTUs, ICCPs, FIGs, FEPs, and wireless mesh networks promptly. Independently manage all facets of SCADA systems while supporting and maintaining existing systems through Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and equipment commissioning. Prepare clear and concise documentation for scalable, robust, and flexible SCADA designs.

Technical Requirements:
 

Power Systems Knowledge: Deep understanding of electricity transmission and distribution systems. SCADA & ADMS Expertise: Experience with SCADA systems, Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS), and Distribution Automation (DA) technologies. HMI/GUI Development: Capability to design and configure HMI and GUI screens for SCADA systems. Technical Documentation: Strong ability to create and maintain engineering documentation, user manuals, and system specifications. Regulatory Compliance: Understanding of NERC-CIP, FERC, and utility regulations related to SCADA and cybersecurity.

Preferred Experience :

Experience with OSI Monarch ADMS System and Smart Grid technologies. Familiarity with Field Interface Gateways (FIGs) and Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) in a SCADA environment. Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., DNP3, IEC 61850, Modbus, ICCP). Networking and security knowledge, including TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls, and routing for SCADA system connectivity. Experience with relational databases and data historians for SCADA and ADMS integration.

Qualifications & Experience:

Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems (MIS), Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. Independent and Team Collaboration: Ability to work independently and as part of a team, delivering high-quality results within established timelines. Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting: Strong troubleshooting skills to resolve technical issues efficiently with clear communication. Professional Integrity: Committed to maintaining professional standards and ethical conduct in all aspects of work.

Why Qualitest?

Founded in 1997, Qualitest offers a wide range of digital quality solutions designed to provide enterprise customers with end-to-end quality management services across the software lifecycle. Qualitest achieves this by deploying engagement models tailored to the precise quality engineering needs of technology platforms in the financial services, health services, telecom, technology, retail, media, gaming, and utilities industries. It has operations in the US, UK, India, Germany, Romania, Israel, Argentina, Mexico, Switzerland, and Portugal, and serves over 400 blue-chip customers worldwide. We provide industry-leading managed services that drive Quality for Quality Assurance and Testing of hardware devices, software apps and experiences as well as Ground Truth Data Services for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) Be a part of a company who strives to support for diversity and inclusion in the workplace – we are one, we are many at Qualitest. Celebrate culture, share knowledge with engineers from around the globe, and inspire each other through our differences. We have more than 40% women and around 120 different nationalities. Local and global opportunities – we offer you internal rotation and international mobility opportunities to grow your career. Clear view of your career and progression with the company – Qualitest is growing massively (since 2021 – tripled our employees base – we now have more than 8,000 engineers) and giving you the opportunity to grow with us. Work hard and play harder with our flexible and casual culture. Take a break from work and join an employee event, or enjoy the amenities and games provided from one of our Employees Centers. Never stop experimenting and learning with QCraft – our Learning & Development platform: 50,000+ courses, 300+ virtual labs, mentorship and leadership programs, professional tribes, sponsored certifications, and much more Earn bonuses via our Client Referral and Employee Referral Program’s. Refer and earn – tap your network for net-worth. We recognize our employees work via our Qudos platform - You can earn bonuses and spot awards by celebrating your and your peers’ achievements. A Competitive pay, the salary range for the role is Salary = $70k-80k Annually Save your earnings and prepare for your future by enrolling in our 401k plan where Qualitest will match your contributions accelerating your savings plan. Life and disability insurance. Take care of your health with enrollment into one of our competitive healthcare benefits.

 

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