Scada Engineer Jobs in Renton, WA (NOW HIRING)

Position Description Please DO NOT attach resumes and cover letters, as they will not be considered in the review of candidate's qualifications. An online application, including responses to the supplemental questionnaire, must be fully completed for consideration. Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is excited to offer an opportunity for a Senior SCADA Engineer to join our dynamic SCADA Section-a team dedicated to keeping Seattle's critical water, drainage, and wastewater systems running safely and reliably.

Our SCADA Section manages the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems that monitor and control essential infrastructure across the greater Seattle area. We collaborate closely with planners, engineers, operations, maintenance, IT teams, and many other groups whose work intersects with SCADA. From long-term system planning and development to maintaining 24/7 operational readiness, our team plays a central role in protecting Seattle's vital services.

As a Senior SCADA Engineer, you'll lead the design, operation, and maintenance efforts for the hardware and communication systems that make up SPU's SCADA environment. Your expertise will help ensure that the systems powering Seattle's utilities remain dependable, secure, and future-ready. If you're energized by complex technical challenges, passionate about public service, and ready to make a real impact on the city's infrastructure-this is your chance to step into a role where your work truly matters.

Let's build a stronger Seattle together. If this position's technical specialization is within your comfort zone, then this might be the job you are looking for. Let's grow together.

About Seattle Public Utilities (SPU): Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a Community Centered Utility whose mission is to foster healthy people, environment, and economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations. About Seattle Public Utilities (SPU): Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a Community Centered Utility whose mission is to foster healthy people, environment, and economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations. We deliver high quality, vital services, across four major lines of business: providing water, solid waste, drainage and wastewater services for Seattle residents and businesses.

In addition, SPU provides drinking water for 1.5 million regional customers in Seattle and other municipalities. Our customers depend on us to deliver high quality, reliable, and cost-conscious utility services and to achieve the highest benefits possible for every investment we make. For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), please visit: SPU Workplace Expectations (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) Strategic Business Plan Shape Our Water Plan SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work

We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring, and promotional opportunities.

Why join us. We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with. SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including: Hybrid work schedule opportunities as agreed by the employee and their supervisor and may be subject to change based on business needs.

Family-friendly and multicultural work environment. Generous benefits package. Free public transportation options.

City pension plan with employer/employee contributions. Growth potential and advancement opportunities. Job Responsibilities This position is responsible for instrumentation and control engineering support across all lines of business in SPU Specifies process instrumentation and application Process safety instrumentation compliance Control panel project design cycle development and review Test plan development in support of commissioning activities The position supports multiple projects flight and in various phases of planning.

Drainage and wastewater rehab program Ship canal water quality projects in construction TEPS and Ballad conveyance Solid waste line of business compactor replacements Water distribution system reservoirs, pressure reducing station and pump stations The prioritize day-today services of this position Instrumentation and Control engineering best practice compliance Capital project and Operations project design review, and development support Control system Project management Act as UO&M CxA and develop commissioning planning lead Manages design standards and guidelines Oversee and is responsible for designing quality Work Environment/Physical Demands: Field assignments may entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances, and high voltage energized equipment May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Qualifications Experience: Five (5) years professional electrical engineering experience Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering OR other combinations of education and/or experience which provides preparation to do professional instrumentation and control engineering work Additionally License/Certification: Registration as a Professional Engineer in Washington State Current driver license or evidence of equivalent mobility Desired Skills/Experience: The scope of the job and the business needs experience in instrumentation and controls, at an expert level understanding and capability in implementing standards requirements in the following areas: Experience with UL 508A national standard to the design of control panels. Experience with ISA 5.4 national standards to design control loop drawings or Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID's)

Experience with ISA/IEC 62443 national standard for the development of written control strategies. Experience with ANSI/OSHA 29CFR1910.119 to identify, mitigate, plan, design, strategize and address industrial process hazards. Experience with ANSI/ISA 84.00.01-2004 to address safety instrumentation life cycle

Experience with IEC 61131 to support industrial controller programming strategies and development of life cycle. Additional Information This is a continuous posting, and the first review will occur on 7/24. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Employees will be required to come into the office a minimum of twice a week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor and may be subject to change based on business needs.

Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences.

Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The full salary range for this position is: $74.99 - $87.31 per hour How to apply: An online application including response to the supplemental questionnaire must be fully completed for consideration. Please DO NOT attach resumes and cover letters, as they will not be considered in the review of candidate's qualifications

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Kyle Chow at kyle.chow@seattle.gov. The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience

This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

If you have any questions, please contact Kyle Chow at Kyle.chow@seattle.gov Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at our web pagewww.seattle.gov/util/