Sr. SCADA Engineer
Salary
$156,579.12 - $182,303.28 Annually
Location
SPU Operation Control Center, 2700 Airport Way S., Seattle, WA
Job Type
Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time
Job Number
2026-00319
Department
Seattle Public Utilities
Division
Water Line of Business
Opening Date
05/21/2026
Position Description
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) SCADA Section has an opportunity for a Sr. SCADA Engineer. The SCADA Section maintains the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system used to monitor and control SPUs water, drainage, and wastewater systems which serves the greater Seattle area. The SCADA Section interfaces with planners, engineering, operations, maintenance, information technology, and other functional groups impacted by SCADA. The section is responsible for long-term planning and system development, as well as 24 hour / 7 days per week continuous operations.
The Sr. SCADA Engineer will ensure effective design, operations and maintenance of equipment comprising the SCADA system including hardware and communication systems.
Job Responsibilities
This position is responsible for instrumentation and control engineering support across all lines of business in SPU
Specifies process instrumentation and application
Process safety instrumentation compliance
Control panel project design cycle development and review
Test plan development in support of commissioning activities
The position supports multiple projects flight and in various phases of planning.
Drainage and wastewater rehab program
Ship canal water quality projects in construction TEPS and Ballad conveyance
Solid waste line of business compactor replacements
Water distribution system reservoirs, pressure reducing station and pump stations
The prioritize day-today services of this position
Instrumentation and Control engineering best practice compliance
Capital project and Operations project design review, and development support
Control system Project management
Act as UO&M CxA and develop commissioning planning lead
Manages design standards and guidelines
Oversee and is responsible for designing quality Work
Environment/Physical Demands:
Qualifications
Experience: Five (5) years professional electrical engineering experience
Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering OR other combinations of education and/or experience which provides preparation to do professional instrumentation and control engineering work
Additionally
License/Certification:
Desired Skills/Experience:
The scope of the job and the business needs experience in instrumentation and controls, at an expert level understanding and capability in implementing standards requirements in the following areas:
Additional Information
This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Employees will be required to come into the office a minimum of twice a week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor and may be subject to change based on business needs.
Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
The full salary range for this position is: $74.99 - $87.31 per hour
How to Apply:
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Kyle Chow at kyle.chow@seattle.gov.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits
Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
If you have any questions, please contact Kyle Chow at Kyle.chow@seattle.gov
Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at our web pagewww.seattle.gov/util/
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website at:
Benefits - Human Resources | seattle.gov
Employer City of Seattle
Address Seattle Municipal Tower
700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Website http://www.seattle.gov/jobs