Principal Engineer, SCADA Engineering (BESS)

Responsibilities

• 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
• Support 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

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

Benefits

Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.

Pay

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

Schedule

N/A

Skills

Working knowledge of NERC compliance requirements

Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as OPC, CANBUS, DNP3, and Modbus

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)

Experience integrating SCADA and controls with Tier 1 BESS suppliers (e.g., Tesla, Fluence)