System Engineer I - SCADA

SPA EXTERNAL POSITION POSTING

DATES POSTED: 07/08-07/22/2026

Job Title

System Engineer I - SCADA

Salary Range

$95,140 - $119,642

Division: Information Technology Grade: SPA - 4

Schedule: Full-Time Shift: M-F; 1st Shift

Reports To

Manager, SCADA Systems

Job Code: 10013120

Position Summary

Under limited supervision, the System Engineer I will perform routine maintenance and support for the District's infrastructure systems, ensuring optimal performance and, as needed, configuration. The District's technology landscape encompasses databases, VMware, SAN Storage, on-premises, and SCADA enterprise applications, including Aveva Plant SCADA, Dream Reports, Central Historian, and and/or other HMI/ PLC applications. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, patching and upgrading systems, managing infrastructure landscapes, troubleshooting, monitoring, performance tuning, and research & development. This role offers the opportunity for learning and growth in a dynamic environment.

Education

• Required - Associate's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; plus five (5) years of related work experience as indicated below. Strong non-degree candidates with significant demonstrated experience may be considered. or
• Required - Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; plus three (3) years of related work experience as indicated below. or
• Required - Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; plus one (1) year of related work experience as indicated below.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Required - Minimum of 5 years of related work experience, and an Associate's Degree as indicated above, with project management in the following: - SCADA Only: Must have related work experience in the following: - Required: Experience in SCADA system administration, including HMI applications, Central Historian platforms, Aveva Plant SCADA applications, Dream Reports, and PLC firmware (Operational Technology); AND Experience in Windows systems administration, Windows server and workstation, application administration, Microsoft Office, and data center operations. Active Directory administration, group policy, patching, endpoint protection, application hardening, backup/recovery, and audit logging (IT/OT Infrastructure). - Preferred: Cybersecurity alignment includes: system hardening, patch management, account management, logging/monitoring, and secure configuration of OT Linux hosts. secure SCADA architecture, role-based access, network segmentation, change management, alarm integrity, and coordination with cybersecurity and network teams. - Preferred: Database Focus (OT/IT Systems): Experience with database concepts, SQL analytics and queries, backup and recovery strategies, and database administration. or
• Required - Minimum of 3 years of related work experience, and an Bachelor's Degree as indicated above, with project management in the following: - SCADA Only: Must have related work experience in the following: - Required: Experience in SCADA system administration, including HMI applications, Central Historian platforms, Aveva Plant SCADA applications, Dream Reports, and PLC firmware (Operational Technology); AND Experience in Windows systems administration, Windows server and workstation, application administration, Microsoft Office, and data center operations. Active Directory administration, group policy, patching, endpoint protection, application hardening, backup/recovery, and audit logging (IT/OT Infrastructure). - Preferred: Cybersecurity alignment includes: system hardening, patch management, account management, logging/monitoring, and secure configuration of OT Linux hosts. secure SCADA architecture, role-based access, network segmentation, change management, alarm integrity, and coordination with cybersecurity and network teams. - Preferred: Database Focus (OT/IT Systems): Experience with database concepts, SQL analytics and queries, backup and recovery strategies, and database administration. or
• Required - Minimum of 1 year of related work experience, and an Master's Degree as indicated above, with project management in the following: - SCADA Only: Must have related work experience in the following: - Required: Experience in SCADA system administration, including HMI applications, Central Historian platforms, Aveva Plant SCADA applications, Dream Reports, and PLC firmware (Operational Technology); AND Experience in Windows systems administration, Windows server and workstation, application administration, Microsoft Office, and data center operations. Active Directory administration, group policy, patching, endpoint protection, application hardening, backup/recovery, and audit logging (IT/OT Infrastructure). - Preferred: Cybersecurity alignment includes: system hardening, patch management, account management, logging/monitoring, and secure configuration of OT Linux hosts. secure SCADA architecture, role-based access, network segmentation, change management, alarm integrity, and coordination with cybersecurity and network teams. - Preferred: Database Focus (OT/IT Systems): Experience with database concepts, SQL analytics and queries, backup and recovery strategies, and database administration.
  
  

Licenses, Certifications and/or Testing

• Required - Have and maintain a valid driver’s license Upon Hire
• Required - Pre-employment Background Check & Drug Screen Upon Hire
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• SCADA Only: - Knowledge of infrastructure components, including Windows server, AD, Group policy management, vMware, Anti-Virus, switches and/or Firewalls. - Knowledge in one or more core business functional areas, or hands-on involvement in HMI software, Familiarity but not limited to PLC configuration knowledge. (Advanced proficiency)
• Strong interest in database administration with a proactive attitude towards learning and professional growth. (Intermediate proficiency)
• Ability to actively listen, comprehend, and proficiently document business user needs. (Advanced proficiency)
• Ability to learn new or upgraded computer software as required. (Intermediate proficiency)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues. (Intermediate proficiency)
• Collaborative team player with a proven ability to work effectively towards common objectives. (Intermediate proficiency)
• Efficient organizational and prioritization skills, managing multiple tasks and requests to meet deadlines. (Intermediate proficiency)
• Proficiency with personal computers, tablets, and/or other electronic devices, including familiarity with, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word), and enterprise-wide software (e.g., SAP). (Advanced proficiency)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, in English, to professionally assist internal and external customers, co-workers, and management, regardless of provocation. (Advanced proficiency)
• Requirements of the job necessitate availability to respond to and support critical systems 24x7x365 within reason. Candidate is expected to work in or around the District’s service area.
  
  

Essential Functions

• Assist in the installation, configuration, operation, and maintenance of servers across various environments, including development, test, quality assurance, production, and disaster recovery.
• Collaborate with team members on work assignments, participate in on-call duty support, and engage in matrix resource sharing as needed.
• Monitor, identify, and escalate system performance and capacity issues.
• Conduct preventive hardware and software maintenance.
• Maintain accurate documentation of existing and planned systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve common problems with assigned applications and databases.
• Maintain a broad knowledge of operating systems, software, databases, and hardware.
• Install, integrate, customize, configure, and standard software and hardware.
• Assist with Backup/Recovery Administration and Disaster Recovery Support.
• Prepare scheduled and ad hoc statistical and narrative reports.
• In addition to the Essential Functions above, the following will apply to the ‘Database’ position(s) only: - Provide support for Enterprise applications such as JBoss, SAP, GIS, etc.
• In addition to the Essential Functions above, the following will apply to the ‘SCADA’ position(s) only: - Provide support for SCADA administration, Wonder Central Historian and HMI Applications PLC application.
• Assist with escalation support for unresolved help desk issues and provide technical consultation to departmental staff.
• Participate in the systems' availability and execute service restoration activities.
• Participate in the rotation of on-call responsibilities for 24x7x365 on-call tree, addressing alarms and outages for multiple systems and applications.
• Job requirements necessitate availability to respond to and support critical systems 24x7x365 within reason. The candidate is expected to work in or around the District's service area and must be available for scheduled assignments outside of business hours.
• Uphold the spirit of District and Department values.
• Fulfill responsibilities common to all Supervisory, Professional, and Administrative positions as stated.
  
  

Required For All Jobs

• Perform a variety of other duties as assigned
• Understand and comply with all District policies and procedures
  
  

Skills

In contributing to the objectives of the District, this role is responsible for the initiation, cultivation, and maintenance of strong relationships of a business and professional nature. This position requires good communication skills and tact in order to maintain professional relationships with the following, but not limited to:

• Board of Directors
• All levels of District
• Internal and external customers
• Federal, State, and local agencies
• Community organizations and partners
• Consultants, contractors and other third-party organizations that fall within the scope of this role
• Professional, industry, trade, and civic associations
  
  

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position - Occasionally
• Move/Traverse - Occasionally
• Stationary Position/Seated - Constantly
• Transport/Lifting - Rarely
• Transport/Carrying - Rarely
• Exerting Force/Pushing - Rarely
• Exerting Force/Pulling - Rarely
• Ascend/Descend - Rarely
• Balancing - Rarely
• Position Self/Stooping - Rarely
• Position Self/Kneeling - Rarely
• Position Self/Crouching - Rarely
• Position Self/Crawling - Rarely
• Reaching - Rarely
• Handling - Occasionally
• Grasping - Occasionally
• Feeling - Rarely
• Communicate/Talking - Constantly
• Communicate/Hearing - Constantly
• Repetitive Motions - Frequently
• Coordination - Frequently
  
  

Additional Physical Demands

In addition to the Physical Demands above, the following will apply to the ‘SCADA’ position(s) only: - Transport/Lifting: 50 lbs servers (Occasionally) - Transport/Carrying: 50 lbs servers (Occasionally) - Exerting Force/Pushing (Occasionally) - Exerting Force/Pulling (Occasionally) - Position Self/Kneeling (Occasionally) - Position Self/Crouching (Occasionally) - Position Self/Crawling (Occasionally) - Reaching (Occasionally)

Physical And Environmental Requirements

• Office: Work is primarily performed in an office setting amid normal conditions of dust, odors, fumes, office lighting and noise.
  
  

Hybrid Flexible Work Arrangement

Job may be eligible for a hybrid in-office and work from home flexible work arrangement.

• Please ensure the application is filled out thoroughly to be considered for this position
  
  

An Equal Opportunity Employer “Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation"