SCADA System Intern – Aveva System Platform
About the Project:
DNMC (Doha Network Management Center) in Qatar oversees the centralized SCADA system supporting critical infrastructure operations. The SCADA platform is built using Aveva System Platform (formerly Wonderware) and integrates various subsystems, including water, drainage, and smart infrastructure monitoring.
This internship offers hands-on experience in one of the region’s most advanced SCADA environments, working closely with engineers and project managers on real-time systems, dashboards, alarms, communication protocols, and system enhancements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the SCADA team with daily operations and troubleshooting of the Aveva System Platform.
- Support in configuring, testing, and deploying HMI screens and industrial dashboards.
- Participate in system documentation, including asset registers, configuration manuals, and system diagrams.
- Aid in integration testing of field devices (RTUs, PLCs, sensors) with the SCADA system.
- Work alongside senior engineers during system upgrades, backups, and patch implementations.
- Learn and apply industrial protocols like Modbus, OPC, DNP3 under supervision.
- Attend project meetings and contribute to internal knowledge-sharing sessions.
- Follow cybersecurity protocols and ensure documentation is stored in compliance with DNMC guidelines.
Requirements:
Education: Recent graduate or final-year student in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, Industrial Automation or related field.
Technical Skills:
- Basic understanding of SCADA, PLCs, or industrial control systems.
- Familiarity with any HMI/SCADA platform is a plus (Aveva, Siemens, Ignition, etc.).
- Comfortable working with Windows Server environments.
Soft Skills:
- Strong willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced engineering team.
- Attention to detail and excellent documentation habits.
- Good verbal and written communication in English.
What You’ll Gain:
- Exposure to real-world industrial automation projects.
- Hands-on training with the Aveva System Platform.
- Mentorship from experienced engineers and SCADA professionals.
- Opportunity to convert to a full-time role based on performance and project needs.