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Summary:
The Industrial Controls and SCADA (IC&S) Engineer - Generation acts as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) and is res ponsible for creating and executing a Generation Controls engineering program (which includes HMI displays, Energy Management Systems, Top Level/Master Power Plant Controls (PPC), and other Distributed Control System (DCS) functions) for the generation controls side of utility scale renewable power plants throughout all phases of new construction projects. This role provides SME review and guidance to the Engineering Delivery and Project Execution teams for all Generation Controls functions including but not limited to Independent System Operator (ISO) and local utility grid requirements, grid compliance/Top Level control systems, substation SCADA integration, BESS generation control systems, PV generation control systems, Wind Turbine generation control systems, and any hybrid control systems required for projects with multiple generation assets. This position understands and clearly communicates the control requirements of ISOs, how they are associated with the Interconnection Agreements (IAs)/Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) of each project and explicitly highlight control requirements that need to be verified in SCADA Integrator’s solutions. This position interfaces heavily with the Development and Construction teams, as well as Clients and Subcontractors.
Requirements:
Serves as SME to provide Generation Controls expertise on wind, energy storage, and solar power systems.
Oversees Generation Control system designs that include control narratives, HMI functionality, equipment BOMs, point lists, rack/enclosure elevations, power distribution diagrams, critical spa res lists, software specifications, FAT procedu res , construction work instructions, commissioning work instructions, SAT procedu res , etc. to ensure technical requirements are met.
Provides technical oversight of Generation Control consultants and subcontractors which includes leading IC&S meetings, tracking deliverables, facilitating/coordinating testing activities, reviewing and approving bill of materials, advising on budgets, and ensuring system completion.
Develops quality assurance specifications that ensure a quality system is installed and tested to RES’s Generation Controls quality assurance specifications, and oversees quality assurance of Generation Controls systems during all phases of projects.
Ensu res Generation Controls system installation, configuration, integration, and inspections that confirm the Generation Controls system has been installed per RES requirements and tested to meet RES, client, QSE, Utility, NERC, and regional reliability council requirements.
Executes quality assurance plan for Generation Control functions that ensure system safety, design reviews, factory acceptance tests (FAT), commissioning, site acceptance tests (SAT), and turnover plans are executed res ponsibly, reliably, and efficiently.
Communicates and coordinates with RES internal teams, owners, subcontractors, site teams, and other key stakeholders to execute Generation Controls system activities and ensure project milestones are met.
Creates deployment strategies for Generation Controls solutions according to timelines and budget.
Maintains project and department documentation in RES documentation control software.
Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled, or expected.
Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Company Policies & Procedu res .
P res ents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
Provides strategic advice and optimized business processes related to Generation Controls systems to project execution teams and their supporting departments.
Works with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction to identify and res olve Generation Controls problems or issues related to design information, schedule, material deliveries, change management, safety, and quality.
Manages the business process associated with Generation Controls QAQC.
Provides Generation Controls technical guidance and support to other Engineers, Project Execution teams, and other project stakeholders.
Supports review and analysis of data and technical report preparation.
Oversees, from a technical perspective, efforts to maintain Generation Controls project and department documentation.
Works with the Engineering Delivery and Project Execution teams to provide prog res s and schedule updates related to Generation Controls activities.
Ensu res all Generation Controls quality assurance documentation for commissioning and testing activities are completed and turned over to the Project Execution team to be incorporated into the client job books.
Supports Generation Controls Warranty requests for completed projects.
Interfaces with the Project Engineers, Project Execution teams, Owners, Subcontractors, and other key stakeholders to plan and schedule O&M training.
Troubleshoots problems until site requirements are met.
Stays current with professional and industrial best practices, providing insights to ICS/SCADA/Generation Controls teams and Engineering leadership.
Ensu res completion of other ad hoc job-related duties/functions and projects to support the IC&S Engineering teams.
Safety:
Follows safety and security procedu res and determines appropriate action. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree inElectrical Engineering or Equivalent and at least 2 years additional experience or at least 4 years additional experience in a similar position with relevant experienceis required.
Bachelor’s Degree inElectrical Engineering or equivalentis preferred.
4+ years ofIC&S equivalent experience is required.
Domesticand Internationaltravel5-15%.
Demonstrates advanced knowledge of utility scale electric power industry, including how renewable power plants work, the typical controls architecture, industry fundamentals, and leading functional practices.
Proven experience with power Generation Controls, data acquisitions, and telecommunications.
Field experience with Generation Controls power system testing, commissioning, and communications networking.
Experience with working collaboratively and professionally with clients, vendors, employees, directors, and supervisors.
Ability to critically evaluate designs from an economic and technical standpoint.
Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing.
Intermediate Excel including charts, graphs, bars, pivot tables, XLOOKUP, COUNTIF, SUMIF, filtering information to provide quality data, creating macros to automate common tasks, and managing large amounts of data.
Advanced understanding of:
Top Level/Master PPC, EMS, Generation Controls, DCS, Battery Management Systems (BMS), Power Conversion System (PCS) skids/packages, Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), and other Generation Controls concepts, hardware, and software.
NERC requirements related to Generation Control/Energy Management
IEEE 2800
IEEE 1547
IEC 61131-3 (and similar programming languages)
Meters
Relays
Wind Turbine Generation Control Systems
Solar Energy Generation Control Systems
Energy Storage Generation Control Systems
Substation Control Systems Integration
Top Level/Master PPC Grid Compliance
Regulatory Balancing Authorities, Independent System Operators (ISOs), and other Qualified Scheduling Entities (QSEs) in North America
Ignition with use of Perspective
Typical control system communication protocols PID control loops Control System Modeling (PSCAD, PSSE, PSLF) Physical electrical architecture Interconnection agreement reviews Contract exhibit reviews Electrical drawing package reviews for controls system integration Functional competencies include drive, collaboration, continuous improvement, agility, and prioritization.
Anticipated base salary range:$111,000- $139,000 The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is bonus eligible.
RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:
Medical, Dental and Vision
Health Savings Account with employer contribution
Flexible Spending Accounts
4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life
Short and Long TermDisability
Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
401 (k) plan with 6% company match
4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement and Green Car Reimbursement
Volunteer and Charity Matching
Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave
Employee Referral Bonus
Employee Discounts and Wellness programs
Wellness Reimbursement
Physical requirements and environment:
The work environment and physical demands characteristics are rep res entative of those the 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.
Constantly: Reading, grasping, hearing, reaching, vision, repetitive motion, and sittingarerequired.
Occasionallyexposed to extreme cold, heat, humidity, wet climates,noise, hazards and vibrationin the working environment.
We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.
RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
