Job Role: SCADA Engineer – RTUs & HMI Specialist
Location: Melbourne - Australia (Onsite)
Experience: 5+ years
Duration: Long-term
Mandatory: GE e‑Terra scada
Summary:
To do SCADA work on RTUs and HMIs. Especially those familiar with Citect SCADA HMIs and any of the RTUs we use like Eaton Cooper Gateway, ZIV Microsol RTU and Schneider Foxboro SCD6000/5200. Knowledge of SCADA protocols is good - DNP3, IEC61850 and an electrical background would be handy.
About the Role
You'll manage and enhance SCADA systems focused on RTUs and HMIs, working with technologies such as Citect SCADA, Eaton Cooper Gateway, ZIV Microsol RTUs, and Schneider Foxboro SCD6000/5200. Your work ensures robust supervisory control, real-time telemetry, and reliable system performance across distributed assets.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate, maintain, and optimize SCADA systems—design, configure, troubleshoot Citect HMIs, RTUs, and communications.
* Implement and commission RTUs (Eaton Cooper Gateway, ZIV Microsol, Schneider Foxboro SCD series) and integrate them into the SCADA environment.
* Manage SCADA protocols (DNP3, IEC for reliable data exchange.
* Develop, update, and maintain HMI screen designs, mimic diagrams, animations, and parameter logic.
* Conduct point-to-point testing, validation of telemetry and control commands, system commissioning, and functional verification.
* Analyze system performance, deliver incident management, perform patching, system upgrades, and support disaster recovery procedures.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, control room operators, network protection teams, and external stakeholders.
Must-Have Skills & Experience
* Proficiency in Citect SCADA HMI development and operation.
* Hands-on experience with RTUs: Eaton Cooper Gateway, ZIV Microsol, Schneider Foxboro SCD6000/5200.
* Strong understanding of SCADA protocols such as DNP3 and IEC 61850.
* Background in electrical engineering, power systems, substation or primary network operations.
* Demonstrated problem-solving in system maintenance, incident prioritization, and resolution.
* Experience with change control, patch management, and business continuity testing.
Preferred Qualifications
* Degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, or related field.
* Recognised Engineering membership (e.g., Engineers Australia).
* Knowledge of GE e‑Terra EMS platforms and high‑voltage network protection.
* Previous exposure to special protection schemes, remedial action schemes, or substation automation.