SCADA Engineer

About the Role

JAL International Co. Ltd. is seeking an experienced SCADA Engineer to join its Energy Services team. This full-time position is based in Al Jubail, Eastern region, and focuses on the design, integration, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of critical SCADA and substation automation systems.

Role Context and Scope

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliable and secure operation of SCADA and substation automation systems for * kV–380 kV substations. This includes adherence to project specifications and applicable industry standards throughout all project phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and review SCADA system architecture, RTU configurations, network topologies, I/O lists, control logic diagrams, and interface drawings.
• Configure and program RTUs, PLCs, and IEDs for substation automation applications.
• Integrate protection relays, meters, and bay control units with SCADA/RTU systems.
• Supervise SCADA panel installation, wiring, and field-device terminations.
• Ensure reliable communication between substation devices and control centers.
• Perform Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), validating communications, redundancy, alarms, and control functions.
• Troubleshoot SCADA communication, hardware, and software issues, and maintain system backups, configuration files, and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable IEC, IEEE, SEC, and local utility requirements.
• Implement appropriate cybersecurity and data-integrity controls.
• Follow HSE requirements during field activities, testing, and commissioning.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Control Engineering.
• 5–7 years of experience in SCADA and substation automation systems within the * kV–380 kV range, including at least 2 years in a similar dedicated role.
• Hands-on experience in SCADA/HMI programming and configuration.
• Knowledge and/or training in IEC 61850 and SCADA system integration.
• Relevant networking, cybersecurity, utility, or vendor certifications such as CCNA, CompTIA Security+, Siemens, ABB, GE, or Schneider.

Core Competencies

• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Planning & Organizing
• Effective Communication
• Teamwork
• Accountability & Professionalism
• Efficiency
• Delivering on Time
• People Management

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Al Jubail, Eastern region. The role operates within the Energy Services team, contributing to essential infrastructure projects.