Be the control and SCADA technical lead during the contracting phase and ensuring expectations with the contractors are clear and defined
Manage the requirements with external parties i.e. Independent System Operator (ISO), Qualified Servicing Entity (QSE), NERC, utilities, operations and maintenance, etc. and build into the design
Lead the various contractors implementing SCADA and control on Data Center, PV, HV and BESS to ensure the project meets or exceeds milestones and integration into the internal/external systems is successful
Lead, oversee and support controls testing and commissioning activities i.e. point to point, control (AVR, PFR, curtailment, etc.), NERC, performance tests and others as necessary.
Provide technical knowledge on telecommunications design to ensure reliable, cost-effective and requirements are met for the project’s needs.
Lead SCADA-related projects, including system/feature upgrades and expansions, coordinating with internal teams and external contractors to ensure timely and on-budget completion.
Optimize project designs by drawing upon SCADA and control design, including best practices, specifications, cost, efficiency, code compliance, performance, and reliability
Assist control and data acquisition integration of hardware, such as inverters, storage, and compute loads, at the Innovation Center and commercial plants
Assist in the development, implementation and validation of artificial intelligence (AI) based algorithms to control hardware at the Innovation Center and commercial plants
Analyze performance of control algorithms, report on the results, and recommend improvements
Identify technologies for evaluation and ideate new opportunities based on business need
Evaluate the potential for technologies to increase company value, such as through performing techno-economic analyses, developing and/or running models and simulations, gathering information through first-hand interviews, field visits, and literature reviews.
Perform other job duties as assigned
Requirements
Minimum of 5 years of experience in SCADA and control systems, preferably in the renewable energy sector (solar and battery storage) and data center
B.S. Engineering from ABET-accredited University or other technical degree. Masters or Doctorate degree a plus and counts towards professional experience.
Datacenter knowledge in Electric Power Management System (EPMS) and Building Management Systems (BMS) is a plug
Proficient in Ignition, Canary Labs, SEL Hardware & Software, GE RX3i, CodeSYS, Data Loggers, Meteorological Equipment, etc.
Knowledge of networking and cybersecurity practices related to industrial control systems.
Broad experience across new solar technologies, energy storage, or application of artificial intelligence / machine learning to renewable energy.
Demonstrated strong engineering, design, and communication skills, and an ability to work in a dynamic team environment to think outside the box and solve traditional problems in new ways.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Self-starter with ability to prioritize efforts and drive towards completion.
Strong verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to contextualize and understand modeling results and effectively able to present results.
The position requires up to 10% domestic travel.
Benefits
100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents)
401(k) with Company Match
Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions)
Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions)
Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup Benefits
Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data
Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans
Device Purchase Support
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