SCADA Engineer II or III

Deriva Energy

Charlotte, NC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Alternative Energy, Automation, Communications Protocols, Compensation and Benefits, Construction, Cross-Functional, Diversity, Documentation, Electrical Components, Engineering, Home Automation, Identify Issues, Ladder Logic, Military, Network Operations Center, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Onboarding, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Power Plant, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Engineer, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Requirements Management, Software Testing, Solar Power, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), System Test, System Validation, Systems Administration/Management, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Technical Support, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Charlotte, NC
POSTED
3 days ago

Job DescriptionDeriva Energy is a leading Independent Power Producer in the US renewables market, with over 6.5GW of operating or under construction wind, solar and storage projects across the country. Formerly the division of Duke Energy, Deriva is now backed by Brookfield Renewable and is poised for dynamic growth across its wind, solar, and storage portfolios. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation who envision a future of energy independence using resilient, carbon-free generation. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on the rapidly evolving renewable energy industry. Deriva empowers customers with innovative clean energy solutions that strengthen communities and serve future generations.Job SummaryWe are looking for an experienced SCADA Engineer to join our team. The selected candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems supporting data center operations as well as Wind, Solar, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This position requires strong technical acumen and advanced problem‑solving abilities to ensure optimal system performance.This position is located in Charlotte, NC.ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop SCADA systems to monitor and control Electrical and Mechanical equipment in data centers and other mission critical facilitiesCollaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and implement solutionsTroubleshoot and resolve issues related to SCADA systems, including hardware and software componentsConduct system testing, validation, and performance tuning to ensure optimal functionalityMaintain documentation for system configurations, changes, and updatesProvide technical support and training to end‑users on SCADA operationsMaintain data connections between Remote Operations Center, corporate data servers and OEM SCADA, RTU, OPC Servers, etc.Coordinate with IT (internal and 3rd party) as primary point of contact for plant operationsProvide NERC CIP guidance and support to ensure all assets are in complianceBasic QualificationsBachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited programOne (1) year or more of relevant engineering experience in addition to a bachelor's degree in engineeringMust be able and willing to travel to various locations to support area manager's various sites on a frequent basis (Up to 10% Travel)Must be able to respond to SCADA, Command Center & Plant Support outside normal working hours (24/7 on‑call team rotation)Preferred QualificationsThree (3) years or more of relevant engineering experience in addition to a bachelor's degree in engineeringMaster's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited programExperience with OT Equipment such as SCADA systems, RTU's, PI data historians, etc. Ignition or VTScadaExperience with networking concepts, infrastructure (TCP/IP, ports, basic troubleshooting)Experience with Building Automation or Control SystemsKnowledge of basic components/operations of power plants, with firsthand experience on renewable projectsRegistered Professional Engineer (PE)Experience working with industry leading SCADA systemsExperience with SEL RTAC, Relays, RTU, PLC and HMIsNetworking skills and experience with standard communication protocols such as Modbus, OPC, Serial & DNPProgramming skills in Structured Text, Ladder Logic for automation tasks and scriptingWorking ConditionsThis position is located in Charlotte, NCWork will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to the designated Deriva Energy facilityMust be able and willing to travel to various locations to support area manager's various sitesMust be able to respond to O&M Support outside normal working hours (Team on‑call rotation)Travel up to 10%Valid driver's licenseMust be able to lift up to and carry up to 25lbsThe hiring manager may elect to fill this position at the higher-level dependent upon skills and experienceBenefitsHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401(k) with matchingEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveAttractive Bonus PotentialAdditional InformationApplicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Deriva welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Deriva includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affinitive Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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Deriva Energy