LEAD ENGINEER, SCADA - PBU - DAR - AC

Job Purpose

As a Lead SCADA / Telecommunication / EMS Engineer, you will lead and manage the design and consultancy of SCADA, EMS, telecommunications, and cybersecurity systems for HV/MV substations, power plants, and renewable energy facilities. This role requires a strong blend of technical expertise and leadership to deliver high-quality engineering deliverables aligned with international standards, client specifications, and DAR Engineering’s internal quality protocols.

You will provide technical direction across multidisciplinary design teams and play a critical role in documentation, specifications, tender support, and technical presentations.

Key Responsibilties

• Lead the conceptual and detailed design of SCADA, EMS, ADMS, DERMS, PMS, and telecom systems.
• Deliver design packages: block diagrams, communication architectures, fiber routing plans, and BOQs.
• Ensure compliance with IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, ICCP, NERC-CIP, IEC 62351, and regional utility standards.
• Integrate SCADA/telecom into Substation Automation Systems (SAS) and plant control architectures.
• understanding EMS applications: load forecasting, AGC, power flow simulation, etc.
• Design and validate ADMS functions including FLISR, VVO, OMS, and DERMS integration.
• Develop secure telecom infrastructure: fiber MPLS, PTP/NTP sync, firewall configurations.
• Align with CIM (IEC 61970/61968) for system interoperability.
• Participate in design reviews, client workshops, and bid/tender support.
• Supervise deliverables, mentor junior engineers, and ensure internal QA standards.
• Bachelor’s in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Above ten years in SCADA/EMS/ADMS/Telecom/SAS design and consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of grid automation, control center design, and industrial cybersecurity.
• Experience with platforms like GE, Siemens, Schneider, ABB, Indra, etc.
• Familiarity with IEC 61850, Modbus, DNP3, IEC 104, ICCP, and CIM standards.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and client interface skills.
• Certifications (e.g., PE, PMP) are a plus.

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