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SCADA Engineer jobs attract visa sponsorship from utilities, oil and gas, water treatment, and manufacturing employers who file H-1B visa and TN visa petitions for control systems specialists. Roles require a bachelor's degree in electrical, computer, or systems engineering, and employers routinely sponsor because qualified candidates are scarce domestically.
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Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now.
PSE's IT Infrastructure team is looking for qualified candidates to fill an open Senior SCADA Engineer position!
Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process.
Job Description
Please note that the Senior SCADA Engineer (6732) & SCADA Engineer (6725) are linked job postings for one opening. Please apply to the role that best matches your qualifications.
- Plans, designs, acquires and implements the company’s SCADA services. Evaluates business requirements to develop and implement solutions. Conducts project planning, cost analysis and vendor comparisons.
- Responsible for infrastructure related to SCADA including related hardware and software to ensure availability, recoverability, performance, integrity and supportability through production support and maintenance of existing SCADA, as well as development and implementation of enhancements.
- Provides advanced customer support for new and existing SCADA systems.
- Plans and executes designs, configurations, or enhancements to new and existing SCADA services.
- Researches, recommends and designs new technologies, new configurations and enhancements to existing SCADA, provides consulting advice to customers on the capabilities of the environment.
All PSE employees are expected to uphold the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE’s operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities and promote and support a culture of total safety. Additionally, employees need to demonstrate commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. All duties are to be performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations.
Job Responsibilities
- Engineers and designs complex SCADA infrastructure, services and interfaces to external networks.
- Tests SCADA functionality and software changes to ensure that SCADA applications produce consistent and credible results.
- Develops and defines SCADA applications for various utility equipment using SCADA technologies.
- Leads implementation and deployment efforts on intermediate projects.
- Provides cost/benefit analysis on intermediate projects.
- Participates in mid- to long-term SCADA systems planning.
- Works with project manager to develop realistic work estimates, financial budgets and project schedules.
- Ensures internal and external security as well as adherence to compliance standards.
- Participates in evaluation of vendor proposals.
- Conducts studies and performance analyses and recommends changes.
- Updates or creates documentation based on work performed.
- Reviews project deliverables for accuracy and provides assistance and mentoring to others.
- Proficiently applies IT methods, professional knowledge and PSE standards and practices to complex tasks and situations.
- Responds to unfamiliar, undefined, unexpected, or unstable situations with the professionally prescribed standard response.
- May function in a lead capacity within department and represent department in workflow and escalation discussions with others.
- Effective in relationships with business partners, professional peers, and other team members.
- Works with IT and Operations PAC (protection, automation, and controls) professionals and managers, primarily within own department.
- Coaches less experienced IT/SCADA professionals.
- Operates under general direction.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
As part of the IT Workforce Architecture Project, assigned level P3.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Two (2) year degree or certification in a technology-related field or equivalent combination of education, work experience or relevant military experience, and at least four (4) years of experience in related field.
- Four (4) years related SCADA experience.
- Three (3) years of experience related to planning, analysis, configuration, installation, management, and coordination work.
- Knowledge and experience with IT infrastructure, MPLS, data, voice, Telco, concepts, practices and procedures.
- Ability to manage projects, including schedules, resource allocations and budgets.
- Experience leading and participating in internal and external teams.
- Solid knowledge of department-specific applications.
- Extensive knowledge of subject matter within assigned area of focus, with a basic knowledge of related disciplines.
- Good computer and MS Office skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills.
- Ability to analyze complex systems, solve problems, and multi-task.
- Knowledge of industry best practices and technological leading edge developments.
- Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Undergraduate degree.
- Customer centric focus with demonstrated ability to apply insights to meet customer technology needs and improve IT maturity.
- Proven experience working independently and/or in a team environments to deliver on initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to drive for results to deliver against commitments.
- Growth mindset to rapidly learn new skills and be able to collaborate to deliver creative IT solutions.
- Solid verbal and written communications skills; ability to present and discuss technical information in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others, and gains understanding.
- Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Certification.
- Professional Engineer certification.
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC) General Radio/Telephone Operators license, or equivalent certificate.
- Knowledge and experience utilizing issue tracking systems and processes (REMEDY, Visio, ISRs, Budget process and Change Control).
- Working knowledge of SAP and PSE budgeting and planning process.
- Basic understanding of PSE electric and gas infrastructure and field practices.
- Financial analysis capability to assess feasibility of projects and decisions.
- Knowledge of electric distribution and transmission infrastructure.
- Strong statistical and analytical skills.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
At PSE, we value our employees and provide them with opportunities to excel. We offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. To learn more about why PSE is a great place to work, see our Employee Value Proposition, which highlights our commitment to employee growth, work-life balance, and meaningful career opportunities in the energy sector.
The pay range for this position is $103,100.00 - $181,300.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses.
PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance. There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP). For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan. Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year. Detailed benefit overviews can be found on our Career page - Why Work For Us (pse.com).
Families and businesses depend on PSE to provide the energy they need to pursue their dreams. Our steadfast commitment to serving Washington communities with safe, dependable and efficient energy started in 1873. Today we're building the Northwest's energy future through efforts like our award winning energy efficiency programs and our leadership in renewable energy.
Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or presence of a disability that with or without reasonable accommodation does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law.
Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Staffing department at jobs@pse.com or 425-462-3017.
INTRODUCTION
Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now.
PSE's IT Infrastructure team is looking for qualified candidates to fill an open Senior SCADA Engineer position!
Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process.
Job Description
Please note that the Senior SCADA Engineer (6732) & SCADA Engineer (6725) are linked job postings for one opening. Please apply to the role that best matches your qualifications.
- Plans, designs, acquires and implements the company’s SCADA services. Evaluates business requirements to develop and implement solutions. Conducts project planning, cost analysis and vendor comparisons.
- Responsible for infrastructure related to SCADA including related hardware and software to ensure availability, recoverability, performance, integrity and supportability through production support and maintenance of existing SCADA, as well as development and implementation of enhancements.
- Provides advanced customer support for new and existing SCADA systems.
- Plans and executes designs, configurations, or enhancements to new and existing SCADA services.
- Researches, recommends and designs new technologies, new configurations and enhancements to existing SCADA, provides consulting advice to customers on the capabilities of the environment.
All PSE employees are expected to uphold the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE’s operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities and promote and support a culture of total safety. Additionally, employees need to demonstrate commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. All duties are to be performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations.
Job Responsibilities
- Engineers and designs complex SCADA infrastructure, services and interfaces to external networks.
- Tests SCADA functionality and software changes to ensure that SCADA applications produce consistent and credible results.
- Develops and defines SCADA applications for various utility equipment using SCADA technologies.
- Leads implementation and deployment efforts on intermediate projects.
- Provides cost/benefit analysis on intermediate projects.
- Participates in mid- to long-term SCADA systems planning.
- Works with project manager to develop realistic work estimates, financial budgets and project schedules.
- Ensures internal and external security as well as adherence to compliance standards.
- Participates in evaluation of vendor proposals.
- Conducts studies and performance analyses and recommends changes.
- Updates or creates documentation based on work performed.
- Reviews project deliverables for accuracy and provides assistance and mentoring to others.
- Proficiently applies IT methods, professional knowledge and PSE standards and practices to complex tasks and situations.
- Responds to unfamiliar, undefined, unexpected, or unstable situations with the professionally prescribed standard response.
- May function in a lead capacity within department and represent department in workflow and escalation discussions with others.
- Effective in relationships with business partners, professional peers, and other team members.
- Works with IT and Operations PAC (protection, automation, and controls) professionals and managers, primarily within own department.
- Coaches less experienced IT/SCADA professionals.
- Operates under general direction.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
As part of the IT Workforce Architecture Project, assigned level P3.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Two (2) year degree or certification in a technology-related field or equivalent combination of education, work experience or relevant military experience, and at least four (4) years of experience in related field.
- Four (4) years related SCADA experience.
- Three (3) years of experience related to planning, analysis, configuration, installation, management, and coordination work.
- Knowledge and experience with IT infrastructure, MPLS, data, voice, Telco, concepts, practices and procedures.
- Ability to manage projects, including schedules, resource allocations and budgets.
- Experience leading and participating in internal and external teams.
- Solid knowledge of department-specific applications.
- Extensive knowledge of subject matter within assigned area of focus, with a basic knowledge of related disciplines.
- Good computer and MS Office skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills.
- Ability to analyze complex systems, solve problems, and multi-task.
- Knowledge of industry best practices and technological leading edge developments.
- Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Undergraduate degree.
- Customer centric focus with demonstrated ability to apply insights to meet customer technology needs and improve IT maturity.
- Proven experience working independently and/or in a team environments to deliver on initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to drive for results to deliver against commitments.
- Growth mindset to rapidly learn new skills and be able to collaborate to deliver creative IT solutions.
- Solid verbal and written communications skills; ability to present and discuss technical information in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others, and gains understanding.
- Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Certification.
- Professional Engineer certification.
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC) General Radio/Telephone Operators license, or equivalent certificate.
- Knowledge and experience utilizing issue tracking systems and processes (REMEDY, Visio, ISRs, Budget process and Change Control).
- Working knowledge of SAP and PSE budgeting and planning process.
- Basic understanding of PSE electric and gas infrastructure and field practices.
- Financial analysis capability to assess feasibility of projects and decisions.
- Knowledge of electric distribution and transmission infrastructure.
- Strong statistical and analytical skills.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
At PSE, we value our employees and provide them with opportunities to excel. We offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. To learn more about why PSE is a great place to work, see our Employee Value Proposition, which highlights our commitment to employee growth, work-life balance, and meaningful career opportunities in the energy sector.
The pay range for this position is $103,100.00 - $181,300.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses.
PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance. There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP). For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan. Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year. Detailed benefit overviews can be found on our Career page - Why Work For Us (pse.com).
Families and businesses depend on PSE to provide the energy they need to pursue their dreams. Our steadfast commitment to serving Washington communities with safe, dependable and efficient energy started in 1873. Today we're building the Northwest's energy future through efforts like our award winning energy efficiency programs and our leadership in renewable energy.
Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or presence of a disability that with or without reasonable accommodation does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law.
Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Staffing department at jobs@pse.com or 425-462-3017.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a SCADA Engineer
Map your degree to specialty occupation
SCADA roles span electrical, computer, and systems engineering. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your target job title and confirm your degree field aligns directly, a mismatch is the most common H-1B RFE trigger for control systems engineers.
Target critical infrastructure employers specifically
Water utilities, electrical grid operators, oil and gas midstream companies, and municipal transit agencies sponsor SCADA engineers at higher rates than general manufacturers. These sectors face persistent domestic shortages and have established immigration counsel on retainer.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for your exact job title and work location before you receive a formal offer. Employers must certify this wage on the LCA, so knowing the floor protects you in negotiations.
Get your PLC and SCADA certifications documented early
Certifications in Siemens, Rockwell Automation, or OSIsoft PI systems aren't legally required, but employers include them as specialty occupation evidence in I-129 petitions. Have official certificates and training records ready before your employer starts the USCIS filing.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate's database of employers with confirmed LCA filing history for SCADA and control systems roles. You'll see which companies have actively sponsored in your target region, so you can prioritize outreach before the H-1B registration window opens.
Clarify remote work terms before the LCA is filed
SCADA engineers sometimes work across multiple plant sites. Each primary worksite must be listed or covered under a short-term placement rule on the LCA. If your role involves traveling to client facilities, confirm with your employer's attorney which worksites USCIS requires before the petition is submitted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a SCADA Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS looks for a direct relationship between the job duties and a specific bachelor's degree field. SCADA roles in control systems design, PLC programming, and SCADA architecture consistently qualify under electrical, computer, or systems engineering. Avoid job descriptions that say 'bachelor's degree in any field preferred,' as that language weakens the specialty occupation argument and invites a Request for Evidence.
Which visa types do SCADA Engineers typically use for U.S. work authorization?
H-1B is the most common path for non-TN-eligible nationals. Canadian and Mexican engineers whose degree aligns with an engineering category on the USMCA profession list can use the TN visa, which has no lottery and is renewable indefinitely. Australians may qualify for the E-3 visa. F-1 students can begin on OPT or STEM OPT if the role directly relates to their engineering degree.
How do I find SCADA Engineer jobs where the employer already sponsors visas?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA sponsorship history for engineering and control systems roles, searchable by location and job type. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship availability only after an interview.
Does a three-year bachelor's degree qualify for SCADA H-1B sponsorship?
USCIS requires the equivalent of a U.S. four-year bachelor's degree for H-1B specialty occupation. A three-year degree from Australia, India, or the UK may qualify if combined with one year of additional education or three years of specialized work experience per year of degree shortfall. Your employer's immigration attorney will typically request a credential evaluation from an approved organization to document equivalency before filing.
Can a SCADA Engineer on OPT or STEM OPT switch employers without losing status?
Yes, but the new role must remain in a STEM-designated field directly related to your degree. For STEM OPT specifically, your new employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you must update your training plan with your DSO before starting. If you're transitioning from OPT to an H-1B sponsored by the new employer, the cap-gap rule protects your authorization while USCIS adjudicates the petition, provided you filed before your OPT EAD expired.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored SCADA Engineer jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.