Automation Engineer III SCADA

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Automation Engineer III SCADA

• Location: Louisville, Kentucky 40218
• Employment type: W-2 Hourly
• Work model: On-site
• Posted August 3, 2026
• Job ID: JPC - 207253

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Automation Engineer III - Transmission SCADA & Automation

Location: Louisville, KY (On-site, 5 days/week)

Job Type: Contract

[About the Role]

Join a dynamic team as an Automation Engineer III, specializing in Transmission SCADA and Automation. Based at our South Service Center, you'll play a critical role in programming, troubleshooting, and optimizing advanced automation solutions for the utility sector. This is a high-impact position with opportunities to collaborate on cutting-edge projects and gain hands-on experience with the latest smart grid technologies.

[Responsibilities]

• Program RTUs and develop comprehensive points lists to support system reliability and efficiency
• Troubleshoot SCADA system issues, ensuring smooth and secure operations
• Support automation initiatives, including substation IP connectivity and IED management solutions
• Develop, maintain, and optimize scripting tasks for enhanced substation automation
• Collaborate closely with engineering and compliance teams to implement industry-leading standards and practices
• Drive innovation by contributing to the development of new solutions for transmission automation

[Required Skills and Experience]

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited program in engineering or engineering technology
• 2-5 years' utility sector experience
• Proficiency in Transmission/Distribution protection and controls, relay testing, and smart grid device configuration
• Hands-on experience with relays, RTUs, gateways, or similar devices

[Preferred Skills]

• Familiarity with IED management solutions and substation networking
• Experience with substation IP connectivity

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Job details

Job ID JPC - 207253

Location Louisville, Kentucky, United States

Work Model On-site

Employment Type W-2 Hourly

Job Type Contract

Experience 2-5 years

Industry Energy - Utilities - Gas - Electric

Posted August 3, 2026

Skills Utility

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