Automation, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Cross-Functional, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Documentation, Environmental Issues, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Maintain Compliance, Oil and Gas, Operational Support, Operations Control, Power Generation, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), System Operations, System Validation, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Support
Job Summary
We are seeking a SCADA / HMI Validation Specialist to support pipeline control operations by performing Point-to-Point (P2P) validation between SCADA systems, HMI interfaces, and field devices (RTUs/PLCs). This role ensures accurate signal transmission, reliable control functionality, and compliance with Control Room Management and operational readiness standards prior to commissioning.
Candidates with direct SCADA/HMI validation experience are strongly preferred. However, professionals with exposure to SCADA/HMI environments and a solid understanding of control system operations are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform Point-to-Point (P2P) validation between SCADA displays, HMI systems, and RTU/PLC field devices.
- Verify accuracy of field inputs, outputs, alarms, and control signals across SCADA/HMI systems.
- Identify, document, and escalate discrepancies, communication failures, and configuration issues.
- Coordinate testing activities with IT/SCADA support teams, Control Room personnel, and Field Operations.
- Align schedules, confirm system readiness, and support execution of validation activities.
- Execute high-volume, repeatable validation procedures with consistency and precision.
- Maintain audit-ready documentation including checklists, test results, and discrepancy logs.
- Ensure compliance with Control Room Management and internal operational standards prior to asset commissioning.
- Support continuous improvement of SCADA displays, validation workflows, and system configuration processes.
Required Skills & Experience
- ~5 years of experience in SCADA / HMI environments supporting validation, operations, or control system activities.
- Hands-on experience with Point-to-Point (P2P) validation between SCADA/HMI systems and RTU/PLC devices.
- Experience troubleshooting signal, alarm, and control issues in SCADA environments.
- Strong understanding of SCADA systems and HMI interfaces in operational settings.
- Experience working with Control Room Operations, Field Operations, and IT/SCADA teams.
- Ability to produce accurate, structured, audit-ready documentation.
- Strong communication skills for cross-functional coordination.
Preferred Experience
- Pipeline operations, oil & gas control rooms, or industrial control environments.
- Exposure to Control Room Management (CRM) requirements or regulated operational environments.
- Experience in utilities, power generation, water/wastewater, or industrial automation control systems.
- History of completing long-term contract or project-based assignments (12+ months preferred).
Core Competencies
- SCADA & HMI system operations and validation
- RTU / PLC signal verification and troubleshooting
- Point-to-Point (P2P) testing and commissioning support
- Alarm and control validation
- High-volume repetitive testing workflows
- Audit-ready documentation and compliance reporting
- Cross-functional coordination across technical and operational teams