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Distribution Protection, Controls and SCADA Engineer (Senior or Principal)

Denver, CO, 80223, US💼 Full-time💰 $97,000–$97,000🗓 2026-09-17 → 2026-09-25

Core

Manage distribution system equipment, develop protection logic, test new devices, and support field crews for reliable energy delivery.

Role type

Senior/Principal IC distribution protection and SCADA engineer

Builds

Distribution control systems, protection logic, and communication infrastructure for utility customers

Domain

Utility / Power Distribution / SCADA

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Protection and Logic development, Device selection and piloting, Lab testing, DNP Maps creation, Field troubleshooting, Project coordination, Technical documentation, Budgeting and estimating

Preferred skills

Protection and Logic on Distribution Relays, Fault Event file interpretation, RTU and communication equipment programming, DNP3/Mirrored Bits/Modbus protocols

Technologies

DNP3, Mirrored Bits, Modbus, ADMS, RTU

Responsibilities

Develop and update protection logic, lead device pilots, test new devices in lab, create DNP Maps, support field crews, coordinate project phases, provide technical oversight for installation and commissioning

Seniority

Senior/Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship

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