Project Engineer – Renewable Electrical Engineering, SCADA

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +5 more states.

📋 Description

• Oversee the comprehensive delivery of SCADA systems and their related communications infrastructure for projects involving wind, solar, and battery storage.

• Direct the safe and compliant commissioning and startup of SCADA and communication systems.

• Activate systems, validate their performance through acceptance testing, and ensure a smooth transition to Operations.

• Establish and secure plant communications networks, which include IP plans, protocols, interfaces, and firewall rules across SCADA/OT/IT equipment.

• Collaborate with plant controller OEMs, transmission operators, and generator owners/operators to set up controls and data pathways.

• Manage energization and commissioning execution plans, encompassing scope, sequencing, readiness gates, and risk mitigation strategies.

• Monitor construction progress remotely and via on-site visits; address field issues and provide programming and field support during the commissioning phase.

• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure SCADA deliverables align with project requirements and adhere to critical-path schedules.

• Track design timelines, communicate status and risks, and guarantee that critical deadlines are achieved.

• Maintain specifications and configurations for SCADA, power plant controllers, RTUs, and IT/OT equipment.

• Supervise the compilation of complete as-built turnover packages for Operations.

• Assist in technical due diligence alongside independent engineers and project partners.

• Stay updated on technology and best practices through training, conferences, and ongoing education.

• Undertake additional tasks as assigned by leadership.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience with transmission, distribution, and/or generation SCADA systems.

• Familiarity with both physical and software components of networking equipment that connects generation assets.

• Proficient in industrial communication protocols and architectures such as OPC, DNP3, Modbus, and EGD.

• Experience working with HV/MV electrical infrastructure, including substations/switchyards, distribution systems, transmission lines, transformers, relays, meters, CTs, and PTs.

• Capability to coordinate and manage multiple ongoing projects simultaneously.

• Significant knowledge of computer and server operations.

• Strong project management abilities.

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license and legal authorization to operate a motor vehicle.

• Preferred: experience in renewable power generation installation, commissioning, and site construction.

• Preferred: familiarity with GE WindSCADA, GE WindCONTROL, Vestas Online Business, SEL RTAC, and/or Ignition.

• Preferred: advanced knowledge of SCADA, HMI, PLC, and RTU programming.

• Preferred: working knowledge of NERC compliance for low-impact cyber systems.

• Preferred: ability to coordinate activities across EPC contractors, engineering firms, OEMs, and clients.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for an annual bonus ranging from 20% to 30%.

• Medical insurance coverage.

• Dental insurance coverage.

• Vision insurance coverage.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Paid time off benefits.

• Opportunities for training, conferences, and continuous learning.

• Options for remote work or working from home.