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
• 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
• Coverage for operational plans to energize, commission, and turn over projects while adhering to NERC and other grid reliability requirements
• 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.

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

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills. In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.

Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.