Senior SCADA Engineer

Company Overview

Intersect Power is a team of friends driven to preserve our planet for future generations through low-carbon energy and infrastructure solutions. Founded in 2016, we develop, own, and operate some of the world’s largest clean energy resources bringing innovative, scalable, and American made, low-carbon solutions to our customers in global energy markets. As a privately held clean energy company, Intersect is laser-focused on the largest, most  transformative clean energy projects that decarbonize the existing power grid and bring new loads to clean generation without the need for new transmission. We are redefining the scope of the clean energy industry by enabling new pathways between clean electricity and the broader economy. We are on an aggressive growth trajectory and are looking to fill key roles with talented professionals who want to make an impact.

Location & Team Gatherings

Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016.  We’ve been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office – we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and  at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area and  San Diego, CA; NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.

About This Position

The  Senior Specialist, SCADA Engineering will work on the interface and control coordination of various devices in a renewable energy power plant with PV, BESS, Wind, Hydrogen and other large scale loads. This position will report directly to the Manager of SCADA Engineering  and work closely with various teams to aid in managing 2.5+GW of online PV & BESS assets and developing the next generation of sites that Intersect plans to own and operate. This role is largely hands on and will not have direct reports initially. 

• Support drafting and negotiation of SCADA specifications for EPC contracts
• Support design and engineering document reviews for renewable energy facilities
• Support telecom interconnection for renewable facilities with the help of internal/external stakeholders
• Witness equipment acceptance testing to ensure delivered system meets the project requirements
• Work with OEs and EPC to ensure correct installation, commissioning and operation of the designed SCADA system.
• Support implementation of  SCADA cyber security best practices across all projects
• Ensure coordinated and consistent SCADA and site network scopes are deployed across the portfolio
• Maintain an understanding of regulatory requirements and upcoming changes that impact system design and execution
• Manage technical network configuration workflow and firewall Access Control List (ACL) connection
• Aid in control system troubleshooting, including hands-on evaluation of PLC/RTAC programs and behavior
• Manage troubleshooting of network communication with external parties that require data during the commissioning and operation of the power plant
• Support the process of developing an operational plan to energize, commission, and handover projects to Ops team
• Support the implementation of interfaces with BESS Optimization Platforms, owner monitoring platform,  O&M, and scheduling coordinators/qualified scheduling entities of  projects
• Manage onboarding of SCADA systems and their integration with external counterparties and ISOs
• Coordinate outage requests with the trading team and scheduling coordinator to support testing and troubleshooting
• Manage internal cross-functional requests such as RFP requests, onboarding of new resources, ISO registrations, report building
• Manage design, review and feedback for SCADA system from 3rd party vendors in the development phase
• Monitor and support onboarding, commissioning and testing during construction phase
• Assist Procurement and Operations teams with SCADA specification and integration

• Project engineering, effective time management and ability to prioritize tasks via solid project management skills
• Technical background in networking, cybersecurity, and plant control.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawing packages including electrical schematics, fiber optic and network diagrams, and physical design drawings. 
• Capable of creating simple diagrams to communicate design intent.
• Working knowledge and practical understanding of relevant codes and standards for  SCADA and cybersecurity, and how they are applied during the configuration and commissioning of plant control systems.
• Experience with PID loop controls and tuning of PID controllers.
• Interfacing and managing external technical resources for owners engineering support
• Hands-on experience with programming and configuration of SCADA HMI, and PLC/SEL-RTAC. 
• Basic knowledge of ethernet & fiber networks including routing, switching, VLANs, IPsec/VPN tunnels etc.
• Experience working with common industrial protocols used in the power generation industry such as Modbus, DNP3, IEEE C37.118, OPC-UA and Ethernet IP
• Working knowledge of NERC compliance standards
• System design, optimization levers, cost drivers, contracting pitfalls, construction challenges, life cycle use challenges. 
• The ideal candidate also has exposure or experience in working with resource metering strategies and interface with ISOs, dispatch optimization platforms and O&M.
• Experience working in the ERCOT and CAISO markets, and knowledge of the rules and regulations of operating in those markets as it pertains to plant control systems and grid support requirements.
• Should have knowledge and understanding of scripting languages to automate engineering calculations e.g. VBA, Matlab, Python
• Experience documenting and  implementing standards, procedures, and processes.

• 3 years hands-on experience designing, programming, and commissioning SCADA systems for utility-scale PV/BESS/Wind power plants. 

• Commercially minded engineer focused on LCOE/LCOS
• Possesses the ability to quantify risk and opportunities around unknowns in design and technology
• Understands PV, ESS and Wind development processes
• BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree with minimum required experience

• Mostly sedentary work; using standard office equipment including: a computer, keyboard, and telephone. 
• Position requires some travel for company-wide meetups: ~8 weeks total through a calendar year, plus additional travel required for site visits.

• Salary: USD90,000 - $120,000 base salary with 20% annual target bonus
• Exceptional Healthcare:  Access comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with 100% premium coverage for both you and your dependents. 
• Financial Security:  Benefit from a 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track.
• Time Off:  Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) +  two company-wide vacation weeks (Fourth of July & End of year). We believe in the importance of rest and relaxation.
• Family-Friendly Policies:  Experience up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, with an additional 6 weeks for birth parents. We support you through the exciting journey of parenthood.
• Mental Health and Well-being:  Access mental health and behavioral coaching services through Ginger, providing you with the support you need to thrive both personally and professionally.
• Family Planning Support:  Navigate family planning with ease through our partnership with Carrot, ensuring a seamless experience for new parents.
• Perks:  Enjoy a variety of perks, including a $150 USD monthly food stipend on UberEats and a pet insurance allowance. We care about the little things that make a big difference.
• Tech-Ready:  Gear up with our new hire tech package, including a laptop, monitor, docking station, webcam, headphones, and more. Set up your home office with provided furniture, including a desk and chair.

Note:  We welcome applicants who do not have current enforceable non-compete restrictions that would hinder their employment with us. If you are currently under a non-compete agreement with a previous employer, we kindly request that you carefully review the terms of that agreement and ensure that your potential employment with us does not violate those terms. 

Unsolicited resumes or referrals from third-party recruiting firms or agencies are not accepted by Intersect Power.

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