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SCADA Applications Engineer

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Core HMI Development

• Develop and maintain standardized Ignition HMI screens for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects.

• Create intuitive, user-friendly interfaces for monitoring and controlling utility-scale battery energy storage systems

• Design custom screens, sub-screens, pop-ups, reports, and trending displays optimized for various operator workflows

• Implement responsive HMI designs for multiple screen sizes and operational requirements

Technical Implementation & Integration

• Configure Ignition platforms including Vision, Perspective, and Gateway modules

• Develop User Defined Types (UDTs) and templates for consistent implementation across projects

• Integrate HMI interfaces with historians and data export tools per NextEra standards

• Implement alarm management systems and notification protocols

• Create custom Python scripts and SQL queries for enhanced HMI functionality

• Support integration with SCADA systems, PLCs, and communication protocols (Modbus, OPC-UA, DNP3)

Project Support & Commissioning

• Provide HMI commissioning reporting tools as requested by commissioning teams

• Support field commissioning activities and troubleshoot HMI-related issues

• Collaborate with SCADA leads, PLC programmers, field technicians, and project managers

• Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)

• Assist with BESS lineup testing procedures and validation processes

Standards & Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with HMI standards and cybersecurity requirements including NERC CIP protocols

• Maintain version control and configuration management of HMI applications

• Conduct code reviews and implement best practices for HMI development

• Support continuous improvement initiatives for HMI standardization

Innovation & Digital Transformation

• Contribute to digital transformation initiatives

• Support development of automated documentation systems and AI-driven analytics

• Participate inmpatent development activities related to HMI innovations

• Assist with SCADA University curriculum development and training programs

• Leverage AI tools and Copilot for enhanced productivity and content creation

Preferred Qualifications

•Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or related technical field

•3+ years of hands-on experience with Inductive Automation Ignition platform

•Ignition certifications(Gold or Platinum level preferred)

• Proficiency in Ignition Vision and/or Perspective modules

•Strong Python scripting skills for Ignition applications

•Experience with SQL databases (MySQL, SQL Server, PostgreSQL)

• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, OPC-UA, DNP3)

• Understanding of SCADA systems and industrial automation concepts

•Strong understanding of power system operations, SCADA, and EMS applications (SE, CA, OPF).

•Hands-on experience with network, telemetry mapping, and database management.

•Familiarity with ICCP/TASE.2, RTU protocols.

•Knowledge of cybersecurity practices and compliance frameworks (e.g., NERC CIP).

•knowledge of process control commissioning and troubleshooting.

• Ability to understand electrical schematics and drawings.

• Review drawings packages and OEM specifications versus installed equipment to

confirm it meets design and manufacturer standards.

•Ability to understand SCADA and communication schematics and drawings.

•Knowledge of automation protocols (Modbus, DNP3, CAN, OPC, EtherNet/IP and others)

•Knowledge of cybersecurity practices and compliance frameworks (e.g., NERC CIP).

•Knowledge of battery energy storage systems, inverters, and power electronics

•Familiarity with cybersecurity standards (NERC CIP compliance preferred)

•Experience with version control systems (Git) and documentation tools

•Understanding of electrical systems, P&IDs, and control logic

• Knowledge of power plant operations and grid interconnection requirementsrate.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Juno Beach,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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