Remote SCADA Engineer Jobs
Remote SCADA Engineer jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed industrial teams hiring across energy, utilities, water management, and manufacturing sectors. Employers hiring remotely right now include SOLV Energy, Atwell, and Rippling. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Description
Core Responsibilities
- Lead and execute pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, integration, testing, and maintenance of SCADA, SAS, and gateway systems.
- Perform and supervise hardware and software functional testing of:
- Substation Automation Systems (SAS) and Remote Terminal Units (RTUs).
- HMI (Human-Machine Interface) screens, alarm and event logging, and historical databases.
- Communication protocols (e.g., IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-101/104, DNP3, Modbus).
- Network architecture, managed Ethernet switches, routers, firewalls, and fiber optic links.
- Time synchronization systems (IRIG-B, PTP / IEEE 1588).
- Point-to-point hardwired and logical signal verification between field devices and the master control room.
- Lead site teams, integration specialists, contractors, vendors, and subcontractors during automation testing phases.
- Coordinate daily site integration activities and commissioning schedules with electrical and protection teams.
- Troubleshoot complex communication faults, protocol mismatches, network bottlenecks, and perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
- Manage punch lists, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), software version control, site instructions, and point-to-point database lists.
- Review system architecture drawings, network topology diagrams, signal list mapping matrices, functional design specifications (FDS), and factory acceptance test (FAT) results.
- Support customer coordination, master station integration, end-to-end signal verification, energization, and acceptance testing.
- Maintain accurate technical reports, configuration backups, site acceptance test (SAT) records, daily reports, and project documentation.
Safety & Quality
Safety and quality leadership are core expectations of this role. When working with live control networks and auxiliary power supplies, the candidate must be comfortable working under:
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements for DC control and auxiliary systems
- Cybersecurity and NERC CIP compliance standards
- OSHA / NFPA 70E standards
- IEEE / IEC / NETA standards
- GE Vernova safety and quality procedures
Candidates must demonstrate the ability to maintain high safety and quality standards even under significant schedule pressure.
Leadership Expectations
Beyond technical execution, this role requires:
- Mentoring junior automation engineers and technicians on SCADA configuration and testing methodologies.
- Coordinating multidisciplinary site and remote engineering teams.
- Managing software and hardware vendors and suppliers.
- Making sound decisions during critical cutover and energization windows.
- Communicating effectively with customers, utility dispatchers, and project management.
- Managing competing priorities under schedule pressure.
- Providing technical leadership and remote troubleshooting support for substation automation.
- Establishing best practices and driving continuous improvement in SCADA commissioning execution.
Project Management Component
This role carries project execution responsibility across the full project lifecycle for automation and control systems:
Planning Mobilization Network Installation Point-to-Point Testing Functional Testing Integration & Commissioning Energization Customer Acceptance
Responsibilities include control over:
- Schedule for SCADA/SAS testing and integration milestones
- Specialized testing software, diagnostic tools, and network test equipment
- Costs and manpower utilization
- Technical documentation and software configuration management
- Risks and opportunities related to network security, protocol integration, and schedule alignment
- Customer requirements
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Power Systems, or equivalent experience.
- 5–8+ years of field and back-office experience in electrical power systems with a primary focus on SCADA, Substation Automation, and RTU commissioning.
Desired Technical Strengths
Strong candidates will have experience in several of the following areas:
- Substation Automation Systems (SAS) | SCADA & HMI Configuration | RTUs & Gateways | IEC 61850 (GOOSE & Sampled Values) | Industrial Networking & Cybersecurity | DNP3 / IEC 104 Protocols | Point-to-Point Signal Verification | HV Substations | Renewable Energy Integration
- Hands-on experience with SCADA/HMI configuration software (e.g., GE, ABB/Hitachi, Siemens, SEL) and protocol analyzers (e.g., Wireshark).
- Proven experience leading field testing and integration teams.
- Willingness to travel extensively (approximately 40–60%+, depending on position).
- Ability to work in Canada, the U.S., and potentially internationally.
- Knowledge of IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus standards, and NERC CIP cybersecurity frameworks.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills and database familiarity.
- Fluency in English required; additional languages are an asset depending on the region.
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on November 06, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
Job Description
Core Responsibilities
- Lead and execute pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, integration, testing, and maintenance of SCADA, SAS, and gateway systems.
- Perform and supervise hardware and software functional testing of:
- Substation Automation Systems (SAS) and Remote Terminal Units (RTUs).
- HMI (Human-Machine Interface) screens, alarm and event logging, and historical databases.
- Communication protocols (e.g., IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-101/104, DNP3, Modbus).
- Network architecture, managed Ethernet switches, routers, firewalls, and fiber optic links.
- Time synchronization systems (IRIG-B, PTP / IEEE 1588).
- Point-to-point hardwired and logical signal verification between field devices and the master control room.
- Lead site teams, integration specialists, contractors, vendors, and subcontractors during automation testing phases.
- Coordinate daily site integration activities and commissioning schedules with electrical and protection teams.
- Troubleshoot complex communication faults, protocol mismatches, network bottlenecks, and perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
- Manage punch lists, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), software version control, site instructions, and point-to-point database lists.
- Review system architecture drawings, network topology diagrams, signal list mapping matrices, functional design specifications (FDS), and factory acceptance test (FAT) results.
- Support customer coordination, master station integration, end-to-end signal verification, energization, and acceptance testing.
- Maintain accurate technical reports, configuration backups, site acceptance test (SAT) records, daily reports, and project documentation.
Safety & Quality
Safety and quality leadership are core expectations of this role. When working with live control networks and auxiliary power supplies, the candidate must be comfortable working under:
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements for DC control and auxiliary systems
- Cybersecurity and NERC CIP compliance standards
- OSHA / NFPA 70E standards
- IEEE / IEC / NETA standards
- GE Vernova safety and quality procedures
Candidates must demonstrate the ability to maintain high safety and quality standards even under significant schedule pressure.
Leadership Expectations
Beyond technical execution, this role requires:
- Mentoring junior automation engineers and technicians on SCADA configuration and testing methodologies.
- Coordinating multidisciplinary site and remote engineering teams.
- Managing software and hardware vendors and suppliers.
- Making sound decisions during critical cutover and energization windows.
- Communicating effectively with customers, utility dispatchers, and project management.
- Managing competing priorities under schedule pressure.
- Providing technical leadership and remote troubleshooting support for substation automation.
- Establishing best practices and driving continuous improvement in SCADA commissioning execution.
Project Management Component
This role carries project execution responsibility across the full project lifecycle for automation and control systems:
Planning Mobilization Network Installation Point-to-Point Testing Functional Testing Integration & Commissioning Energization Customer Acceptance
Responsibilities include control over:
- Schedule for SCADA/SAS testing and integration milestones
- Specialized testing software, diagnostic tools, and network test equipment
- Costs and manpower utilization
- Technical documentation and software configuration management
- Risks and opportunities related to network security, protocol integration, and schedule alignment
- Customer requirements
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Power Systems, or equivalent experience.
- 5–8+ years of field and back-office experience in electrical power systems with a primary focus on SCADA, Substation Automation, and RTU commissioning.
Desired Technical Strengths
Strong candidates will have experience in several of the following areas:
- Substation Automation Systems (SAS) | SCADA & HMI Configuration | RTUs & Gateways | IEC 61850 (GOOSE & Sampled Values) | Industrial Networking & Cybersecurity | DNP3 / IEC 104 Protocols | Point-to-Point Signal Verification | HV Substations | Renewable Energy Integration
- Hands-on experience with SCADA/HMI configuration software (e.g., GE, ABB/Hitachi, Siemens, SEL) and protocol analyzers (e.g., Wireshark).
- Proven experience leading field testing and integration teams.
- Willingness to travel extensively (approximately 40–60%+, depending on position).
- Ability to work in Canada, the U.S., and potentially internationally.
- Knowledge of IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus standards, and NERC CIP cybersecurity frameworks.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills and database familiarity.
- Fluency in English required; additional languages are an asset depending on the region.
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on November 06, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote SCADA engineer jobs.
- Experience with SCADA platforms such as Ignition, iFIX, Wonderware, or GE iFIX
- Proficiency programming Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Schneider PLCs using ladder logic or structured text
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols including Modbus, DNP3, OPC-UA, and IEC 61850
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, control systems engineering, or a related technical field
- Knowledge of industrial cybersecurity standards such as NERC CIP or IEC 62443
- Experience integrating SCADA systems with historians such as OSIsoft PI or Wonderware Historian
Tips for Your Remote SCADA Engineer Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote scada engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search roles by the systems and sectors that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit before they close.
Show your remote access toolkit upfront
Remote SCADA employers screen for specific tools before the first call. Name the remote access and monitoring platforms you've used, such as secure VPN environments, remote desktop tools, and cloud-based SCADA historian access, directly in your resume summary.
Document async troubleshooting you've done
Remote teams need engineers who can diagnose and resolve issues in writing without a phone call. Build a short case study section or project notes that show you identified a fault, communicated the fix clearly, and resolved it without being on-site.
Prepare for remote interview simulations
Many remote SCADA interviews include a live screen-share diagnostic or a take-home scenario involving tag configuration, alarm rationalization, or network topology review. Practice walking through your reasoning out loud while sharing your screen so you can explain your process clearly under pressure.
Remote SCADA Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote scada engineer job?
Target companies with distributed operations teams, remote-first industrial automation firms, and managed service providers that support clients across multiple sites without requiring on-site presence. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and the ability to troubleshoot PLC logic, HMI configuration, and network connectivity without in-person support. A portfolio of past SCADA projects, remote access experience, and familiarity with VPN and secure remote desktop tools gives candidates a real edge.
Which companies hire remote scada engineers?
Employers currently hiring remote scada engineers include SOLV Energy, Atwell, and Rippling, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be remote-first automation firms, distributed utilities, and industrial technology consultancies that manage geographically spread infrastructure and need engineers who can configure, monitor, and support systems without being on-site.
Can you get a remote scada engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level scada roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one with minimal hands-on supervision. Your best path is building demonstrable skills in tools like Ignition, FactoryTalk, or WinCC through personal projects or lab environments, contributing to open-source industrial automation projects, and earning vendor certifications that show you can deliver without someone looking over your shoulder.
Do you need a degree for remote scada engineer jobs?
Not always. Remote employers in SCADA weigh hands-on systems experience, vendor certifications, and a verifiable project history heavily alongside or instead of a formal degree. Demonstrating that you can configure and troubleshoot SCADA systems, write clear technical documentation, and communicate across distributed teams often matters more to hiring managers than the credential on your resume.
Which industries hire the most remote scada engineers?
The sectors hiring the most remote scada engineers are Consulting & Professional Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These industries rely on distributed infrastructure, so their engineering teams are built to operate across multiple facilities and time zones, making remote SCADA roles a natural fit for how they already work.
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