Senior SCADA Applications Engineer (Hybrid in Portland, OR)

Company: Motus Recruiting And Staffing
Location: Portland
Posted on: April 5, 2025

Job Description:

_*SCADA Applications Engineer*_Our client, a local distribution company that currently provides natural gas service to approximately two million people in Oregon and Southwest Washington, is looking for a skilled and motivated SCADA Applications Engineer for their Portland, Oregon location.This hybrid position is a full-time direct hire role. If this opportunity is well-aligned with your experience and goals, we would love to hear from you!*Key Responsibilities for SCADA Applications Engineer:** Provides application development, configuration, and maintenance of the main SCADA application (IFIX), J5application suite, alarm management applications, as well as its associated data polling applications and interfaces with field remote terminal units (RTUs) and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).* Designs and programs custom .Net applications, HMI screen layouts, graphical user interfaces, and system interfaces.* Maintains SCADA system data access and configuration tools.* Troubleshoots problems and provides support to gas controllers with system issues.* Works with various departments in IT and operations to support design and commissioning of telemetry sites.* Develops and maintains system documentation including process maps, data flows, infrastructure diagrams, as well as installation and configuration procedures.* Provides on-call (24-hour) systems support, on a rotating basis, with other Gas Management Systems team members.* Supports Companys commitment to a culture of safe work practices.*Requirements/Qualifications for SCADA Applications Engineer:** Bachelors degree in computer science, management information systems, or equivalent combination of related education/experience.* 3+ years experience as a system analyst or controls system developer.* Experience in designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and commissioning applications and demonstrated problem solving skills using IT systems.* Experience in architecting and developing solutions utilizing VB, C#, .Net, python, and SQL is preferred.* Experience with SQL server.* Proficiency with Visio, and Microsoft Office Suite.* Experience with Version Control Software (GIT, VSS, Subversion, etc.).* Experience reading Schematics and P&ID preferred* Demonstrated ability to be decisive with strong reasoning, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills.* Demonstrated ability to communicate complex problems and issues in a concise manner to many different audiences (customers, peers, and upper management).* Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate effectively.* Demonstrated high level of initiative and effectiveness working independently and on small teams in a fast-paced environment.* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.* ITIL Foundations certified or must successfully complete within 90 days of hire date.* Experience in supporting or working in a control room environment is preferred.* Experience with Alarm Management preferred.* Experience in computer programming, scripting and application development is preferred.* Experience with Eclipse and BIRT is preferred.* Strong change management and control systems security experience is preferred.* Knowledge of the Natural Gas business is preferred.**We are unable to accommodate corp. to corp. candidates***About Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc:*_Founded in 2006, Motus is an award-winning recruiting and staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest, specializing in professional services and technology solutions. We are a group of people who not only recognize the importance of representation, but actively fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process. Our goal is to educate organizations on the importance of DEI when hiring, promoting, and supporting diverse employees. We are calling organizations to demonstrate their commitment to DEI by being intentional about who they hire.__All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.__AG/BH13218_Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per yearBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Paid time off* Parental leave* Vision insuranceSchedule:* 8 hour shift* Day shiftWork Location: In personby Jobble

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