SCADA Controls Engineer

Company: Pkaza
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description SCADA Controls Engineer - Critical Facilities Specialist - Atlanta GA Our client is a leader in Critical Facilities Engineering Design and Commissioning that has a national footprint and specializes in MEP and Controls. They provide design, commissioning, consulting and management expertise in the Critical Facilities Space. They have a mindset to provide reliability, energy efficiency, and sustainable design expertise when providing these consulting services for Enterprise, Colocation and Hyperscale Companies. This career-growth minded opportunity offers exciting projects with leading-edge technology and innovation as well as competitive salaries and benefits. The ideal candidate will have previous experience with the execution of design, programming, integration, implementation and commissioning of Controls and Building automation systems platforms such as EPMS (Electrical and Power Monitoring Systems), BAS Systems (Building Automation Systems), or BMS System (Building Monitor Systems) in a data center or industrial environment. They will troubleshoot, install, and make upgrades to existing automation systems for power and cooling systems in a live, mission-critical environment. They will assist in complete startup, commissioning, and validation procedures of these systems. They will collaborate with the Electrical and Mechanical Engineering / Design teams, Software Development teams, Project Managers, Construction Contractors, Equipment Vendors, Field Techs and Site Operations teams to ensure the reliability, proper operations, acceptance of new and modified installations, automations and software solutions. Applies an intensive and diversified knowledge of complete BMS, BAS, EPMS - coding, testing and operations. Responsibilities: Autonomous in day-to-day work with being given high level instruction on projects or assignments Execute and lead automation design teams of complex scope, and coordinate activities of other personnel as needed Mentor engineers and assist with training and development on software standards to create a learning and growing environment Design and implement Front end SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) Platforms Develop and improve SCADA configuration, programming, networking, and diagnostic standards Lead development of UI / UX configuration standards Lead testing from Level 2 through 5 testing of SCADA in conjunction with field technicians and commissioning agents Develop proposals and timely completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables including project scope, schedule and budget Effective time management of project design team including forecasting resources and resource coordination Identify potential project scope changes; aid in development of strategies to minimize impact and changes from estimated costs and project deadlines QA/QC peer reviews for projects which candidate is not the engineer Optimize workflow and deliverables by developing templates, standards, automations, etc. Communicate regularly with internal and external stakeholders, subcontractors, project managers, AEs and commissioning agents on project progress Assist / Develop all project communication and reporting, weekly progress reports, etc. Requirements: 3-7 years SCADA installation, testing, integration, commissioning of BMS Infrastructure (Building Management Systems) experience Experience designing SCADA Platforms for complex data center/mission critical facilities Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or similar engineering degree a plus Licensed PE / EIT / Certifications a Plus Ignition Gold Certification a Huge Plus Scripting in Ignition in Python modules - Vision, Perspective, Reporting, and Alarm Notification SQL databases for database management and queries Knowledge of networking concepts and config: TCP/IP, VLANs, LANs, VPNs and RSTP Experience working with common BAS and SCADA protocols BACnet IP, BACnet MSTP, Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP, etc. Skilled with best practices for Cybersecurity related to SCADA system Previous Experience working with at UI/UX concepts, best practices and standards Skilled at reviewing design drawings and equipment submittals Perform code analysis including selection of equipment, wiring, etc. to meet code requirements Conduct code analysis and possess advanced knowledge of electrical codes Analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence Client facing experience and at times serve as primary point of client contact on various projects Ability to successfully work independently; Self Starter and should prioritize well Effective communicator - both oral and written form (tech and non-tech) Proactive, resourceful, delegator and a multitasker Exceptional organizational skills with an attention to detail Skilled in completing assignments accurately and in a timely manner MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams) Ability to achieve certification for NFPA70E and / or OSHA training if needed Previous experience in the Military / Military Veterans a huge plus! Electrical / Mechanical: Navy nukes - EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees, Army - Power Generation, Air Force – Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, Army National Guard, etc. Travel: 20-40% / Minimal travel if located near project location Submittal Instructions: Please apply directly by clicking the link below, alternatively you can forward your resume directly to: s67dcox3uifpgmit6yphetpx6y@crelate.net After applying, if you have further questions, you may call 973-895-5200 and ask for Iggy. You can also submit via our career portal and take a look at other Critical Facility openings we are working on at, https://www.pkaza.com/jobs/ If this job is not for you, feel free to forward this along. WE PAY FOR REFERRALS Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan EOE/AA Employer M/F/D/V Pkaza LLC is a third-party employment firm. All fees assessed by Pkaza LLC will be paid by our employer that we represent and not by the candidate

Keywords: Pkaza, Cleveland , SCADA Controls Engineer, Engineering , Atlanta, Tennessee