Jobs in South Plainfield, NJ

About the role

The SCADA Engineer will support the development and testing of advanced operational technology solutions for electric utility systems. This role will be part of a hands-on engineering environment focused on SCADA integration, real-time simulation, protection and automation, and the validation of emerging grid technologies.  You will help ensure projects remain organized, on track, and aligned with established governance and delivery standards while adhering to Leidos' Mission, Vision, and Values. The engineer will work with SCADA, ADMS, DERMS, relays, protection devices, and real-time simulation platforms to develop and test system integrations and workflows. This position will also support DER modeling, grid modernization initiatives, and OT cybersecurity testing while helping advance the reliability and readiness of utility technology solutions.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience with 4+ years of experience.
• Strong electrical engineering and power systems foundation.
• Background supporting or implementing SCADA, ADMS, OMS, DMS, or related utility operational technologies.
• Knowledge of SCADA communications, system integrations, and interfaces.
• Familiarity with protection and automation systems.
• Exposure to real-time simulation and/or Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL).
• Hands-on laboratory, systems integration, or testing background.
• Knowledge of utility operations, grid management systems, and real-time operational environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot software, hardware, network, and system integration issues.
• Understanding of networking concepts including IP/LAN configurations, firewalls, and network topology diagrams.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity practices and enterprise security standards.
• Background supporting system deployments, upgrades, migrations, or platform modernization efforts.