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SCADA Engineer

Berkeley, CA ยท On-site +1

$90K - $115K/yr

The Engineer is responsible for designing, programming, installing, and testing SCADA and plant control system for solar, solar and storage and other hybrid plants. The system must bring together ...

The SCADA Support Engineer will provide Field Support for SOLV SCADA solutions. This role is based full-time in our office in San Diego, CA or Bend, OR. Specific location details and expectations ...

When you join Design Group as a SCADA Engineer, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. Design Group is widely known as an industry leader, recognized as a top ...

SCADA Controls Engineer

Clovis, CA

$83K - $107K/yr

They are looking to expand the team and need a SCADA Controls Engineer to support the design, deployment, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of industrial SCADA systems focused on ...

SCADA Controls Engineer

Clovis, CA ยท On-site

$83K - $107K/yr

They are looking to expand the team and need a SCADA Controls Engineer to support the design, deployment, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of industrial SCADA systems focused on ...

SCADA Analyst - CPEN

CA ยท On-site

$128K - $159K/yr

Maintains SCADA system software, hardware, instrumentation, alarm and notification systems to ... Using multiple programming languages queries data, modifies, or updates data tables; * Generates ...

Software Integration Test Engineer -SCADA

Irvine, CA ยท Hybrid

$111K - $150K/yr

Software Integration Test Engineer - SCADA Location: Irvine, CA or Houston, TX Employment Type: Full-time / Hybrid The job The SCADA Integration Test Engineer is responsible for validating the ...

The RTDS Engineer will work closely with Controls Engineering, SCADA Engineering, Project Engineering, Modeling & Validation, Commissioning, and customer-facing teams to ensure HIL simulations are ...

Software Integration Test Engineer -SCADA

Irvine, CA ยท On-site

$111K - $150K/yr

Software Integration Test Engineer - SCADA Location: Irvine, CA or Houston, TX Employment Type: Full-time / Hybrid The job The SCADA Integration Test Engineer is responsible for validating the ...

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How much do scada developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for scada developer in California is $44.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.27 and $54.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What typical projects or daily tasks does a SCADA Developer work on?

SCADA Developers are typically responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining supervisory control and data acquisition systems that monitor and control industrial equipment. On a daily basis, they may write custom code, integrate hardware and software components, troubleshoot system issues, and collaborate with engineers and operators to ensure seamless operations. Projects can range from upgrading existing SCADA systems and enhancing cybersecurity features to developing new control interfaces for manufacturing plants or utilities. This role also often includes creating documentation, performing system tests, and providing technical support or training to end users.

What does a SCADA Developer do?

A SCADA Developer designs, develops, and maintains Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems used to monitor and control industrial processes. They work with software, hardware, and communication protocols to ensure real-time data collection and process automation. Their role involves configuring Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), integrating Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and optimizing system performance. SCADA Developers are commonly employed in industries like manufacturing, energy, water treatment, and infrastructure management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Scada Developer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a SCADA Developer, you need strong programming skills (often in languages like C#, Java, or Python), a solid understanding of industrial automation protocols, and experience with SCADA system design and implementation. Familiarity with industry-standard SCADA platforms (such as Wonderware, Ignition, or GE iFIX), as well as relevant certifications like CompTIA or ISA, is highly beneficial. Excellent problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and attention to detail help developers excel when working on complex, real-time systems with cross-functional teams. These skills are crucial to ensuring the reliability, security, and efficiency of critical infrastructure and automation projects where precision and uptime are paramount.

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Infographic showing various Scada Developer job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,966 per year, or $44.7 per hour.
SCADA Engineer

SCADA Engineer

Terabase Energy

Berkeley, CA โ€ข On-site, Remote

$90K - $115K/yr

Other

Retirement

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

The Engineer is responsible for designing, programming, installing, and testing SCADA and plant control system for solar, solar and storage and other hybrid plants. The system must bring together multiple sub-systems of the renewable plant to meet the operational and regulatory needs of the owner and the grid operator. The Engineer is responsible to develop and implement logic for complex custom applications, capture client requirements for the system, coordinate with client and contractor, develop and implement required logic and perform testing and develop HMI screes. The Engineer is responsible for continuous improvement and operational excellence for controls and controls-related systems and equipment to achieve zero-failure rate, eliminate single points of failure, and attain aggressive targets for uptime and reliability. This position is nominally based in Perrysburg, Ohio but the right candidate may be able to work remotely from other locations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Engage directly with customers; Developers, Owners, Utilities, EPCs, and ISOs.
  • Contribute to the design and development of monitoring and control systems for utility scale renewable energy projects.
  • Program, install, troubleshoot, test, and commission Remote Terminal Units (RTU's), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's), & Human Machine Interfaces (HMI's) for
  • Active Power Curtailment
  • Reactive Power Control
  • MET tower data acquisition
  • High Voltage substation SCADA
  • Power Plant Control (PPC) for, Solar, Battery Energy Storage (BESS), and Energy Management Systems (EMS's)
  • Work with the following technologies and platforms:
  • Controls: SEL-RTACs & ControlLogix
  • HMI: Ignition
  • Historian: Ignition, MSSQL, InfluxDB, and Canary Labs
  • Network: SEL, Cisco, Hirschmann, Fortigate, and Moxa
  • Troubleshooting: Putty, Wireshark
  • Develop detailed design documentation including System Architecture Diagrams, Device Points List, IP lists, Logic Diagrams, HMI mockups.
  • Generate project documentation including commissioning documents, as-built drawings, operator manuals and training material.
  • Coordinate with field technicians for on-site commissioning and installation support.
  • Utilize diagnostic utilities to troubleshoot complex monitoring and control systems.
  • Any other actions required by management.

Requirements

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Technology, or related field, preferably with controls major.
  • Ability to communicate with team members and business partners.
  • 2+ years of IEC 61131-3/PLC programming experience, including structured text and function blocks.
  • 2+ years of SCADA development, Ignition experience a plus.
  • Working knowledge of programming language. Phyton a plus.
  • Experience in setting up virtual machines on physical servers.
  • IEC 61131-3, Ladder Logic, Function Blocks, and Structured Text.
  • Working knowledge of industrial protocols such as Modbus-TCP, DNP3, OPC-UA, IEC 61850 and ICCP.
  • Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Been part of or lead Continuous Improvement/Lessons Learned program.
  • Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States
  • Travel, 20-30%

Benefits

Compensation And Benefits


Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. This role offers a base salary of $90,000 - $115,000. Within each posted range, individual pay is determined (and may be greater or higher), dependent on work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Terabase offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Generous time off and holiday policy
  • Remote flexibility
  • Flexible time off
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Career progression
  • 401k match
  • Stock options
  • Home office set up allowance
  • And much more!

Terabase is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. We strongly encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We do not discriminate for any reason including race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military/ veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home.

Principles only. This role is not open to receiving agency candidates, and any contingent submissions will not be considered. Terabase Energy does not utilize third-party recruitment agencies. Please contact our Recruiting team at careers@terabase.energy with any staffing-related inquiries.