Project Engineer, Renewable Electrical Engineering
Invenergy LLC

Job Info

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Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

Position Overview

As a SCADA Project Engineer, you will be on the construction team responsible for the engineering, procurement and commissioning of supervisory control & data acquisition (SCADA) systems and associated communications infrastructure related to cutting-edge renewable energy projects. You will be responsible for coordinating with multiple stakeholders to develop conceptual designs. You will be responsible for managing the procurement, final detailed designs, commissioning, and acceptance testing on renewable energy projects. The SCADA & IT systems of these projects may include RTACs, RTUs, plant controllers, network switches, firewalls, annunciators, HMIs and all associated connectivity on wind, solar and battery storage renewable energy projects.

Responsibilities

• Specification and configuration of SCADA, power plant controller, RTU, & IT equipment
  
• Develop conceptual project designs that comply with all critical stakeholder and interconnection requirements
  
• Creation of conceptual block diagrams
  
• Conduct thorough reviews of detailed design drawings
  
• Track design schedules, update all stakeholders and ensure that critical dates are met on time.
  
• Organize and transfer all as-built documentation to operations team including schematics, bills of materials, and programming settings
  
• Coordinate the procurement and installation of necessary telecom services.
  
• Interface with plant controller manufacturers, transmission operators, generator owners and operators to configure systems as needed.
  
• Coordinate networking equipment configuration including specifying physical interfaces and protocols, assigning IP addresses, and administration of firewall rules.
  
• Monitor construction progress remotely and via on-site inspections. Support resolution of any field issues. Attend in-person meetings with stakeholders. Provide on-site programming and field support during commissioning.
  
• Verify that all applicable NERC requirements are considered and fulfilled.
  
• Lead efforts with project team to develop operational plans to energize, commission, and turnover projects while maintaining NERC compliance.
  
• Coordinate with independent engineers and project partners to effectively navigate the technical due diligence process.
  
• Assist in the development of new projects by analyzing conceptual designs and RFQ specifications.
  
• Coordinate with operations engineering and third party customers to incorporate lessons learned into new designs
  
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry technology through various training sessions and conferences
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related discipline.
  
• 3+ years of generation SCADA systems experience
  
• Knowledge of both the physical and software aspects of networking equipment that connect renewable energy assets Advanced knowledge and programming of SCADA, HMI, PLC platforms
  
• Experience and familiarity with various industrial communication protocols and architectures such as OPC, DNP3, ModBus and EGD.
  
• Experience working around HV/MV electrical infrastructure (substations/switchyards, distribution systems, transmission lines, transformers, relays, meters, CTs, and PTs)
  
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
  
• Up to 25% travel required.
  
• Valid driver's license required
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior installation, commissioning and site construction experience in renewable power generation
  
• Experience working on GE WindSCADA, GE WindCONTROL, SEL RTAC, GPM SCADA, and/ or GPM PPC
  
• Experience working with Ignition by Inductive automation
  
• Working knowledge of NERC compliance for low impact cyber systems
  
• Ability to coordinate and manage multiple concurrent projects.
  
• Considerable knowledge in computer and server operation.
  
• Strong project management skills
  
• Strong oral and written communication skills
  
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  

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Base Pay

97,000.00 - 120,000.00 USD Annual

Bonus: 20% - 30%

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.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

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