Principal Engineer, SCADA Engineering (BESS)

Responsibilities

• Technical leadership and architecture (BESS primary)
• Own SCADA and controls integration approach for BESS projects from concept through commissioning, including interface definitions, network architecture, time synchronization, and data models
• Define and document control and data interfaces between BESS subsystems and site SCADA, PPC, substation systems, revenue metering, and remote operations connectivity
• Lead technical reviews of vendor submittals and drawings, including communications architecture, point mapping, cybersecurity alignment, and commissioning procedures
• Provide escalation level troubleshooting for complex integration issues involving protocols, network performance, data quality, and control interlocks during construction and commissioning
• Solar and other technologies support (secondary scope)
• Provide technical support for solar and other technologies SCADA scope as needed, including standard interface definitions, data mapping, and commissioning readiness for plant SCADA across wind, solar, and or BESS
• Support projects with hybrid integration needs by ensuring SCADA requirements and deliverables align for standalone and co located PV and BESS applications

Specifications, Scope, and Procurement Support

• Develop specifications and scope of work for EMS, BMS, SCADA, power plant controller, RTU, and IT and OT equipment networks and implementation
• Provide requirements needed to procure telecom services and field communications solutions
• Support bid evaluations and supplier selection by providing clear technical requirements and contract exhibit language for SCADA and controls integration
• Support negotiation of Energy Storage Agreements (ESA) by defining and defending SCADA and controls requirements and serving as the technical interface with BESS suppliers and integrators
• Perform factory and equipment inspection, including witnessing factory acceptance tests for hardware and software

Project Execution and Commissioning Support

• Coordinate with cross functional teams to ensure SCADA deliverables align with overall project requirements and critical path schedules
• Track design schedules, communicate status and risks, and ensure critical dates are met on time
• Monitor construction progress remotely and via on site visits, support resolution of field issues, attend in person meetings with stakeholders, and provide on-site programming and field support during commissioning when required
• Support operational plans to energize, commission, and turn over projects while adhering to NERC and other grid reliability requirements
• Coverage for technical due diligence for SCADA and controls scope
• Support Controls Hardware-in-the-Loop (CHIL) testing with suppliers in addition to establishing Invenergy CHIL lab

Continuous Improvement and Technical Mentorship

• Mentor engineers and managers by driving standards, lessons learned, and repeatable execution playbooks that improve commissioning quality and long-term operational reliability
• Maintain up to date knowledge of industry technology through training sessions and conferences

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related degree
• 8 + years of relevant experience with power generation SCADA and power plant control systems
• Demonstrated experience delivering BESS focused SCADA and controls integration through commissioning and turnover, with ability to support solar and wind projects as needed
• Ability to coordinate and manage multiple concurrent projects
• Strong oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills
• Up to 25 % travel required
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be legally authorized to operate a motor vehicle
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future