Overnight Engineer

Gridworks is seeking a SCADA Engineer with at least 2 years of experience in utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems. The role involves designing, implementing, and managing SCADA systems for renewable energy projects. Candidates should have strong technical skills, familiarity with SCADA hardware and software, and experience with programming and databases. The position can be performed remotely or in the Albuquerque office.
SCADA Engineer
Supervisor: Director of Design Engineering

Location: Albuquerque, NM (Remote may be acceptable)

SCADA Engineer
Are you an experienced professional motivated by the positive impact of renewable energy on our economy and environment? Do you have strong technical skills, experience in industrial control systems, problem-solving, communication and cybersecurity awareness?

We seek a skilled SCADA engineer with a minimum of 2 years of experience in utility-scale solar + BESS generation facilities, substations, and transmission systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support for design, implementation, project management, and commissioning of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems for our renewable energy projects.

Established in 2014, Gridworks is a leading EPC contractor for utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. With 2 GW of solar and battery energy storage projects we are well positioned for continued success in the rapidly growing clean energy sector.

Design and Development
Develop and implement SCADA strategies for utility-scale solar + BESS generation facilities, substations, and transmission systems.
Ensure that design and development of SCADA systems for renewable energy projects are in compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.
Lead the project management and commissioning of SCADA systems for renewable energy projects.
Engineering Analysis
~ Analyze and troubleshoot complex SCADA systems to ensure efficient and reliable operation.

Collaborate with other engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of SCADA systems with other project components.
Develop and execute test plans to validate the performance and functionality of SCADA systems.
Support troubleshooting and resolution of any issues or anomalies identified during testing.
Develop and deliver training to operations and maintenance personnel on SCADA system operation and maintenance.
Create and maintain documentation for all SCADA system design, testing, and maintenance activities.

Continuous Improvement
Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends in SCADA systems and make recommendations for improvements to existing systems.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of SCADA design processes.

S. degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field - ABET accreditation preferred
2+ years of experience in utility scale solar and BESS, or a related field
Familiarity with SCADA systems, including hardware and software components (HMI, PLC RTU, IED), networking and communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC)
~ Experience with programming languages, such as Python or Java, and databases, such as SQL.
~ Computer skills: Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Outlook, Teams

Ability to coordinate between multiple engineering disciplines
High quality organizational skills
The ideal candidate should be physically able to sit in front of a computer every workday for long hours at a time.
This job could operate in the main office or remote.
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and headsets.
Work can be fast-paced and demanding during peak seasons in project development.

This is largely a sedentary role working in an office environment. This position would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend, stoop, kneel or stand as necessary, manual dexterity necessary to operate office equipment as necessary to perform all aspects of the job.

This is a full-time position.
You may be required to infrequently work weekends or after normal business hours to support project needs.
Flex-schedules are negotiable.

TRAVEL
~ Limited travel is expected in this position.

All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.