Scada Engineer

The Big Picture The SCADA & Controls Expert will design and engineer control systems, SCADA interfaces, and communication architectures for Solar, BESS, and C&I interconnection projects. Develop control logic, communication specifications, and integration requirements for energy management systems. Support commissioning and troubleshooting of control and monitoring systems.

What you can expect as SCADA & Controls Expert at Illumine-i: •You’ll design SCADA system architectures for solar, BESS, and hybrid projects including RTU/PLC selection, communication networks, and HMI configuration. • You’ll develop control schemes for BESS charging/discharging, power factor control, volt-var optimization, and grid support functions. • You’ll create SCADA point lists, communication protocols specifications (Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850), and data mapping documents. • You’ll design meter and telemetry systems for revenue metering and utility reporting compliance. • You’ll develop functional specifications for energy management systems (EMS) and plant controllers. • You’ll prepare control panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and I/O schedules. • You’ll coordinate with inverter manufacturers, BMS vendors, and SCADA suppliers on control integration requirements. • You’ll support commissioning activities by reviewing control configurations and troubleshooting SCADA communication issues. • You’ll review utility SCADA integration requirements and develop compliance documentation.

Essential Qualifications include: • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation, or related field • 5-8 years of experience in control systems, SCADA, or automation engineering • Strong understanding of industrial control systems, PLCs, RTUs, and HMI systems • Knowledge of communication protocols: Modbus TCP/RTU, DNP3, IEC 61850, OPC UA • Experience with power systems or energy sector projects strongly preferred • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills • Prior experience with renewable energy or BESS control systems is highly desirable Great to have: • Proficiency with SCADA platforms (Ignition, Wonderware, GE iFIX, Siemens WinCC) or similar • Experience with PLC programming (ladder logic, structured text) - Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or similar • Understanding of industrial networking: Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, fiber optics • Familiarity with electrical CAD tools for control panel design (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN) • Knowledge of BESS components: battery management systems, power conversion systems, inverters • Understanding of power systems concepts and utility interconnection requirements • Experience with cybersecurity requirements for critical infrastructure (NERC-CIP) is a plus