Operational Technology Engineer

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. Provide engineering, integration, modernization, sustainment, and cybersecurity support for Army FRCS, ICS, UMCS, SCADA, BAS, DDC, and utility metering infrastructures .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $76,830 - $118,910 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in engineering and integrating Operational Technology (OT) solutions, including SCADA, BAS, and utility metering systems, while ensuring compliance with Army regulations and cybersecurity standards. Proven ability to conduct site surveys, develop technical documentation, and support field deployments in diverse operational environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Operational Technology (OT) SolutionsSCADA Systems IntegrationPLC and RTU ConfigurationCompTIA Security+ CertificationFifteen Years of Experience in Industrial Automation

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Hard Skills

Engineering Documentation DevelopmentSite Survey ConductingNetwork Diagram CreationInstallation Package DevelopmentSystem Validation and TroubleshootingCybersecurity ComplianceInteroperability ValidationTechnical Training and SupportCost Estimation and BOM DevelopmentInfrastructure Assessment

Soft Skills

Stakeholder CoordinationCustomer EngagementTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

BACnetModbusLonWorksNiagara FrameworkWebCTRLJohnson ControlsSchneider Electric EcoStruxureSiemens DesigoTridiumHoneywell

Certifications & Qualifications

CompTIA Security+Active Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Army FRCSICSUMCSBASUtility MeteringEnergy ManagementIndustrial AutomationUFC ComplianceUFGS StandardsRMF and STIG Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide engineering, integration, modernization, sustainment, and cybersecurity support for Army FRCS, ICS, UMCS, SCADA, BAS, DDC, and utility metering infrastructures
Support planning, design, installation, testing, and deployment of OT solutions for facility operations, energy management, infrastructure resilience, and mission assurance
Conduct site surveys, stakeholder interviews, infrastructure assessments, requirements analysis, and data collection
Develop site survey reports, COAs, technical recommendations, cost estimates, BOMs, and modernization roadmaps
Design, engineer, install, integrate, configure, and test OT solutions for Army facilities and utility infrastructures
Install, replace, repair, modify, and upgrade meters, sensors, actuators, controllers, PLCs, RTUs, gateways, and communications equipment
Develop SDPs, EIPs, network diagrams, wiring packages, migration plans, test plans, and as-built documentation
Design and integrate OT communications networks using BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, IP-based, serial, and vendor-specific protocols
Validate interoperability among control systems, enterprise platforms, cybersecurity solutions, and OT devices
Perform FAT, SAT, system validation, troubleshooting, and turnover activities
Support OT modernization, technology refresh, and lifecycle replacement initiatives
Coordinate deployment activities with Government stakeholders, facility personnel, vendors, and subcontractors
Maintain compliance with UFC, UFGS, Army regulations, FRCS standards, and OT guidance
Support RMF, STIG compliance, vulnerability remediation, and secure system integration
Provide operator familiarization, technical training, turnover support, and sustainment guidance
Maintain project documentation, test reports, training materials, lessons learned, and operational procedures
Travel to customer locations throughout CONUS and OCONUS, including operational facilities, utility plants, industrial environments, and data collection locations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current/active Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operational Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline; equivalent experience may be substituted for education
CompTIA Security+ certification required
Minimum fifteen (15) years of experience supporting OT, ICS, SCADA, BAS, FRCS, UMCS, utility metering, or industrial automation environments
Experience installing, integrating, configuring, and supporting PLCs, RTUs, metering systems, SCADA platforms, BAS solutions, and OT networks
Experience conducting site surveys, infrastructure assessments, requirements analysis, and engineering documentation development
Experience developing engineering drawings, network diagrams, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and installation packages
Experience supporting field deployments and working directly with customers, facility personnel, vendors, and project stakeholders
Knowledge of OT networking, communications protocols, and system integration methodologies
Ability to travel frequently throughout CONUS and OCONUS locations
Sitting for extended periods
Standing and walking throughout industrial, utility, and facility environments
Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 40 pounds
Ability to climb ladders and access rooftops, utility spaces, mechanical rooms, and control facilities
Ability to work in data centers, utility plants, industrial facilities, and operational environments
Desired: Army Metering Programs, FRCS modernization, Installation Energy Programs, Utility Monitoring Programs, Niagara Framework, WebCTRL, Johnson Controls, Schneider Electric EcoStruxure, Siemens Desigo, Tridium, Honeywell, NIST SP 800-82, RMF, STIG, Zero Trust, ATO activities, cloud-hosted OT architectures, utility metering, energy management systems, smart building technologies, and listed professional/vendor certifications

Benefits

Comp & perks

Military Friendly Employer recognition and support for active-duty and veteran employees
Total compensation package
Travel by land and air transportation up to 50%