Role Overview
Talan is hiring a mid-level SCADA engineer. This is a full-time role in Houston. Part of Talan's Trading hiring, posted 2 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job description
Visa Sponsorship: We offer sponsorship under specific treaty-based U.S. work visas, including TN and E-2 (for eligible Canadian, Mexican, and French citizens). We do not support or transfer other visa types (e.g., H-1B).
We are looking for a SCADA Engineer to manage and develop SCADA systems supporting energy asset operations and trading activities. The role sits at the intersection of industrial systems, IT, and trading, ensuring reliable connectivity, performance, and integration of energy assets across multiple environments.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the SCADA engineering team, providing guidance and support
- Design, implement, and maintain SCADA and energy management systems
- Ensure connectivity and integration of energy assets ( renewables, batteries, thermal assets)
- Collaborate with trading, IT, and infrastructure teams
- Monitor system performance and troubleshoot technical issues
- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and industry standards
- Support onboarding of new assets and maintain system documentation
- Develop dashboards and tools to improve operational visibility
- Coordinate with external vendors and partners
- Contribute to system architecture and continuous improvement initiatives
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- 8+ years in energy, utilities, or power trading environments
- Strong experience with SCADA/GMS platforms and real-time energy operations, including Monarch, Hitachi, GE, PI,
- Knowledge of power trading, scheduling, asset dispatch, and ISO/RTO markets (ERCOT a plus)
- Experience with Modbus, OPC, ICCP, and system integrations
- Solid understanding of networking, cybersecurity, and system reliability
- Strong troubleshooting and operational support experience (including on-call)
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Comfortable working cross-functionally with trading, operations, IT, and engineering teams
- Nice to have: AGC, cloud/databases, dashboards/monitoring tools, leadership experience, certifications, and French language skills
Company’s Benefits
At Talan, we invest in our employees' well-being and empower them with benefits, including:
- 💵 Competitive salary between USD $120.000 - US$160.000
- 💸401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- 🌴15 days of paid vacation per year at hire and up to 27 according to seniority (annual untaken vacation days are cashed out)
- 📴8 paid holidays + 5 sick days + 2 personal days per year
- ❤️🩹Company health, dental, and vision insurance plans + FSA
- 🦺Voluntary STD and LTD
- 🚍 Commuter/transit benefits
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
About Talan
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the SCADA engineer position at Talan?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Talan. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the SCADA engineer position at Talan located?
This position is based in Houston. Talan has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a SCADA engineer at Talan earn?
Talan has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the SCADA engineer role at Talan posted?
This role was posted on June 24, 2026 (15 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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