RRC is a top-tier designer of utility-scale wind, solar, and BESS projects in the US and select international markets. We are uniquely positioned among U.S.-based engineering firms to offer the full scope of engineering services : project development, geotechnical, civil, structural, electrical, and SCADA engineering, as well as land surveying, field services, and construction material testing. At RRC, we care. We care about our work, we care about our people, we care about our clients, and we care about the future of energy. We care about our employee’s happiness and development. Here, our people are empowered and encouraged to create a lasting impact on their industry. We care about producing quality work that creates solutions and exceeds expectations. We are dedicated to client satisfaction. We go above and beyond because we care. If you’re looking for a workplace filled with genuine individuals that also care, you’re in the right spot. Join us. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including :
- Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k matching
- Bonus eligibility
- Tuition reimbursement for approved education pursuits
The Role
This position will be responsible for SCADA and Control planning, engineering design, deployment, and commissioning on renewable energy power plants. Engineering experience with power and control systems, data acquisition and telecommunications required. Field experience in testing / commissioning and / or telecommunications is a plus.
RRC CORE VALUES
Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectationsEmployee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team membersQuality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneouslyAbove and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist othersSPECIFIC DUTIES
Provide SCADA expertise on wind, battery, solar and PV + Storage power systems during the design, development, implementation, and commissioning phases of each project.Design and deploy wind energy, solar, and battery storage SCADA systems.Work with project manager to deliver procurement and deployment plans, timelines, and costs.Work with and manage clients to ensure requirements and expectations are clear.Manage IT consultants and subcontractors for network security deliverables, testing, budgets, and system completion.Coordinate project site TELCO installation, scheduling and manage schedules and owners expectation.Deploy SCADA solutions according to timelines and budget. Troubleshoot problems until site requirements are met.Program substation RTAC units, and communication hardware using standard SCADA protocols.Work closely with the clients team, as well as RRC project manager, and project engineer to warranty a quality system is installed and tested to design specifications.Ensure that SCADA systems have been installed per project requirements and tested to meet QSE, CAISO, Utility, and regional reliability council requirements.Responsible to ensure SAFETY requirements are met.Ideal Profile
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Experience with SCADA software programming, SCADA historians, MS SQL servers.Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition 7.x or 8.x software a must.Experience with communication protocols for base-level devices : Modbus, Modbus TCP, OPC, DNP3, SELFast, IEC 61850, ICCP etc.Experience with automation control systems : RTAC programming, Rockwell PLC and Control Logix programming (a plus)Experience with automation device integrationExperience with BESS EMS system (a plus)Experience with complete SCADA system project life cyclesExperience with Power Utility scale SCADA system development and designExperience with FAT and SAT testing and documentationWorking knowledge of Utility Meters, Substation RTAC, Protection RelaysKnowledge of NERC CIP requirementsKnowledge of Managed switches, Hirschmans, MOXA, Ciscoetc.Knowledge of Power Plant Networking, Security and FirewallsQUALIFICATIONS
BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Science EngineeringMinimum 3 or more years of proven utility or industrial SCADA experience.Ability to communicate complex SCADA and controls concepts to non-domain experts in a collaborative fashion.Working knowledge of the renewable energy industry and projects a plus.Familiarity with and able to stay current on SCADA regulations and standards.Travel 25%What's on Offer?
Opportunity to make a positive impactWork in a company with a solid track record of performanceFantastic work culture