Principal Engineer, Operations Engineering

Invenergy is seeking a Principal Engineer for Operations Engineering in Chicago, IL. The role involves troubleshooting and analyzing Energy Storage facilities, providing technical support, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, with 8-10+ years of experience in engineering or technical support. Preferred skills include experience with SCADA systems and energy storage technologies. Salary ranges from $130,000 to $160,000 USD.
Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

Position Overview

As an Operations Engineer you will be responsible for operation, troubleshooting, and analysis of Invenergy’s Energy Storage facilities.

Responsibilities
• Provide engineering support for the day-to-day operations of the Invenergy Storage fleet
• Provide rapid technical support for field issues, balancing multiple high-priority escalations.
• Diagnose issues with and troubleshoot technical systems on sites, including Battery Management Systems (BMS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), and Power Plant Controllers (PPC).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Field ops, SCADA, operations engineering) to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for system anomalies.
• Create and maintain technical documentation to standardize troubleshooting and system setup
• Integrate Energy Storage system process and procedures with the Invenergy Control Center and SCADA teams for operations
• Work and evaluate technology with suppliers of components used in Energy Storage Systems including battery manufacturers, battery management systems, inverter suppliers, SCADA, and HVAC systems
• Debugging system networking, firewall policies, Modbus control, and communication paths
• Onboard new storage projects into operating fleet
• Develop and maintain automation tools to streamline diagnostics, log analysis, and system updates.

Required Qualifications
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8 - 10+ years of experience in engineering, systems integration, or technical support role, or 6 - 8+ years of experience with and advanced Degree
• Experience with SCADA systems, energy storage technologies, and industrial control systems
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Skills
• Energy Storage specific experience with: Power Conversion Systems (SMA, Power Electronics, TMEIC); HMI Platforms (Fluence, Inductive Automation Ignition, Powin Kobold, SEL RTAC)
• Experience with Powin StackOS EMS
• Proficiency in Python, shell scripting, and network diagnostics tools (e.g., Wireshark, Modpoll)
• Power Plant Control (PPC) Systems for renewable energy including multi-plant coordinate control
• Experience with industrial protocols (DNP3, Modbus, OPC, SEL FM)
• Understanding of Electrical Safety Practices

Base Pay

$130,000 - $160,000 USD

Bonus 35%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.

In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.

Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, profit sharing, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.