SCADA Engineer
About Ampirical
At Ampirical, we're shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.
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Why Ampirical?
💰 Salary Range: $100,000-145,000 (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)
📈 Profit-Sharing Bonus: Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary)
🩺 Day-One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
💼 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
🏖️ PTO: Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays
🗓️ Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off
📚 Career Development: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
🧘 Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more
Your Role: SCADA Engineer
What You’ll Do:
- Develop and implement SCADA configurations for substation projects using existing RTU standards.
- Create and maintain point assignment sheets in collaboration with substation design engineers.
- Apply communication and network protocols as defined by network engineering teams.
- Diagnose and resolve data communication issues in coordination with system operators and relay test personnel.
- Remotely program devices such as reclosers and capacitor banks for new installations, failed equipment replacements, and downstream protection updates.
- Configure and maintain control systems and databases to support new SCADA device installations and updates.
- When required travel to job sites to configure, troubleshoot and implement SCADA configurations.
What You Bring:
- 2–5 years of relevant work experience in SCADA systems or automation engineering.
- Strong computer skills with the ability to learn and apply complex system configurations.
- Solid attendance record and professional work ethic.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field preferred. Equivalent experience may substitute for degree requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology.
- 2–5 years of experience in the electric utility industry.
- Hands-on experience with SCADA systems and smart grid technologies (e.g., SEL relays, RTUs, gateways).
- Familiarity with distribution/transmission protection schemes and relay testing procedures.
Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
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- Department
- SCADA Services
- Locations
- San Ramon
- Yearly salary
- $100,000 - $145,000
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