Terra-Gen, LLC

SCADA & Controls Engineer

Location
Job Typefull_time

About This Job

The SCADA & Controls Engineer will serve as a technical advisor and subject matter expert during the construction, commissioning, and operation of large-scale renewable energy sites (PV, Wind, and BESS). This role will support daily operations, maintain and troubleshoot SCADA, networking, and control systems, and collaborate with the operations team to strengthen the organization's technical capabilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned as needed)

Adheres to, supports and complies with all company safety and environmental policies and practices; ensure employees, contractors, and visitors conduct themselves safely and within company policies and regulatory guidelines.
Design, implement, and oversee SCADA systems for renewable energy sites (PV, Wind, and BESS) in collaboration with vendors.
Program HMIs, RTUs, switches, firewalls and other field devices.
Create and review document submittals, such as network design drawings, controls narratives, and test plans.
Serve as a subject matter expert on project calls, track project progress, and provide updates on project activities.
Ensure compliance with all market and interconnection control requirements.
Ensuring compliance with all applicable NERC/CIP standards and reporting requirements.
Implement and maintain cybersecurity best practices for SCADA, networking, and operational technology environments in alignment with company and regulatory requirements.
Updating technical specifications and other project documents to ensure they align with current technical needs.
Identify technical deficiencies in SCADA, network, or Operational Technology systems and recommend or implement corrective actions.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that may arise during daily operations activities.
Participate in a rotational on-call schedule to respond to emergent SCADA and control issues outside of regular hours.
Collaborate actively as a team member in a high-performance, cross-functional work team environment, including operations, development, construction, engineering, and IT.
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by documenting lessons learned, developing standards, and proposing enhancements to SCADA and controls infrastructure.
Take immediate corrective action in response to emergency situations to minimize safety hazards and reduce damage or downtime to the plant and its equipment.
Travel up to 25% or more, as required.


Requirements


QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS


EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related technical field.
3+ years of experience in the design and commissioning of large-scale renewable energy projects, preferably in California or similar markets.
In-depth knowledge of CAISO or other market interconnection and control requirements.
Experience programming and configuring SEL RTACs and other RTUs.
Hands-on experience with Inductive Automation’s Ignition SCADA platform.
Proficiency with IEC 61131-3 programing.
Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols, such as Modbus RTU/TCP, DNP3, OPC UA, and DA.
Ability to read and develop detailed engineering diagrams and schematics, including but not limited to, power system, networking, control, electrical, mechanical and civil layouts.
Experience configuring and troubleshooting networking equipment, including Cisco and Hirschmann devices.
Knowledge of SCADA network design, installation and commissioning using Fiber Optics, Serial RS-232 / RS-485, and Ethernet TCP/IP.
Authorized to work in the U.S.


COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to clearly read, interpret, and follow technical instructions and documents.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft technical reports and routine correspondence.
Ability to work effectively across teams, vendors, and external stakeholders.


MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.


REASONING ABILITY & DECISION-MAKING SKILLS

Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to define problems, gather and analyze data, and draw valid conclusions.
Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Excellent organization skills, time management abilities, and attention to detail.


CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Possess a valid driver’s license for the state in which you are applying.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to type, handle, or feel.
The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to ten pounds and up to 20 pounds with assistance.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.


WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Terra-Gen is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with Americans with Disabilities Act and related laws and regulations as applicable. All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with federal, state or local requirements such as the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Employees must be authorized to work in the US and employment is contingent upon presentation of acceptable documents as evidence of identity and employment authorization, as detailed on Form I-9.

Terra-Gen provides a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, paid holidays, and 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.

The posted compensation is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California. This salary range may also be modified in the future, depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location.

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