Principal Engineer, SCADA Engineering (BESS)

Position Overview

Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Base Pay

Benefits

About the Role

• 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
  • Carefully coordinate with independent engineers and project partners to effectively navigate 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
  • Take on additional responsibilities as assigned by the manager, supporting team and project objectives

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s in Engineering preferred
• Working knowledge of NERC compliance requirements
• Prior installation, commissioning, and site construction experience in renewable power generation
• Advanced knowledge and programming of EMS, BMS, SCADA, HMI, PLC, RTU platforms
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as OPC, CANBUS, DNP3, and Modbus
• Experience integrating SCADA and controls with Tier 1 BESS suppliers (e.g., Tesla, Fluence) and navigating vendor interface requirements through design, commissioning, and turnover

Base Pay

• $155,000.00 - $180,000.00 USD Annual Bonus: 25% - 40%

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off