Plant Controls Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Power Systems Engineer to support power plant testing, commissioning, and compliance verification for generation facilities across North America. The role involves leading and supporting remote and on-site generator compliance testing, coordinating with on-site teams, guiding testing procedures in real time, analyzing test results, and collaborating with plant operators, engineers, and equipment vendors to ensure reliable grid operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support generator compliance testing and commissioning activities for renewable and conventional power plants.
• Conduct and oversee remote testing sessions, directing on-site technicians and plant operators during testing procedures.
• Provide real-time guidance to on-site teams executing testing protocols at generation facilities.
• Monitor and analyze live test data to verify plant performance and identify potential issues.
• Support compliance testing for NERC standards including MOD-025, MOD-026, and MOD-027.
• Work with plant operators, SCADA teams, OEMs, and other stakeholders to ensure proper test execution.
• Interpret test results and prepare technical reports documenting compliance and plant performance.
• Aid in the development and improvement of testing procedures and workflows.
• Assist in engineering analysis related to power plant controllers, inverter-based resources, and generator performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus in power systems.
• Experience supporting power plant testing, commissioning, or generator compliance activities.
• Familiarity with ERCOT and/or NERC compliance testing requirements.
• Experience with MOD-025, MOD-026, and MOD-027 testing standards.
• Understanding of power plant controllers and generator control systems.
• Ability to lead technical discussions and direct on-site teams during testing activities.
• Strong communication skills and confidence presenting technical information to stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze technical data and produce clear engineering documentation and reports.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting generator performance testing for renewable or conventional generation facilities.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems, plant control systems, or inverter-based resources.
• Knowledge of power flow and power system fundamentals.
• Experience working with utilities, independent power producers, or renewable developers.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• MyShare Employee Ownership Program.
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities based on position.
• Location: Remote US or Canada.
• Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less).

Pay

Details TBD.

Schedule

Details TBD.