Job Title: Lead SCADA Engineer Job Description Design, configure, and implement AspenTech DGM solutions, including SCADA, EMS, ADMS, Chronos, and DERMS. Work closely with clients to understand requirements and develop tailored solutions. Integrate AspenTech DGM products with existing IT and OT systems. Develop and execute system testing, validation, and commissioning activities. Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and training for end-users. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, system architects, and project managers. Ensure compliance with industry standards and cybersecurity best practices. Document system configurations, workflows, and technical procedures. Up to 25% travel required. Responsibilities + Design, configure, and implement AspenTech DGM solutions, including SCADA, EMS, ADMS, Chronos, and DERMS. + Work closely with clients to understand requirements and develop tailored solutions. + Integrate AspenTech DGM products with existing IT and OT systems. + Develop and execute system testing, validation, and commissioning activities. + Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and training for end-users. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, system architects, and project managers. + Ensure compliance with industry standards and cybersecurity best practices. + Document system configurations, workflows, and technical procedures. Essential Skills + Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. + 3+ years of experience working with SCADA, EMS, ADMS, or DERMS solutions. + Proficiency in one of the following: AspenTech DGM Monarch, OSI Monarch. + Strong understanding of power systems, grid operations, and utility workflows. + Experience with RTU communication protocols such as DNP3, Modbus, and IEC61850. + Knowledge of database management and scripting (SQL, Python, or PowerShell). + Familiarity with cybersecurity principles in industrial control systems. + Comfortable using both Linux and Windows based operating systems. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with cloud-based grid management solutions and IoT technologies. + Certifications related to SCADA/EMS/DMS systems. + Experience with virtualization, containerization, and modern IT architectures. + Understanding of regulatory requirements for power system operations. + NERC CIP (North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection) certification. Work Environment Department of 40 Engineers between Houston, TX and Aurora, OH. A few years ago, there were only 8 Engineers in this department. Rapidly growing, mostly Controls Engineers. This will be the first of many Digital Grid Engineers. Long-term state is 2-3 days onsite in Aurora, OH with remote flexibility other days. Will need to be onsite more often than not in the beginning . There's a possibility this role can sit out of the Houston, TX office, but it's not ideal. For the right candidate in extreme cases, we may accommodate a hybrid schedule with other office locations too. If the candidate isn't local to Aurora, OH and is working onsite at another office, they'll still need to come to Aurora, OH a few times a month, maybe more in the beginning . End customers are electric utilities companies. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $150000.00/yr. 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