Project Engineer, Renewable - R08906

Invenergy LLC is seeking a Project Engineer for renewable energy projects in Jackson, MS. The role involves engineering, procurement, and commissioning of SCADA systems. Responsibilities include developing designs, managing procurement, conducting design reviews, and coordinating with stakeholders. A Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and 3+ years of SCADA experience are required. The position involves both remote monitoring and on-site inspections.
This is a position for a (Project Engineer, Renewable) located in Jackson.

Summary: As a SCADA Project Engineer, you will be on the construction team responsible for the engineering, procurement and commissioning of supervisory control & data acquisition (SCADA) systems and associated communications infrastructure related to cutting-edge renewable energy projects. You will be responsible for coordinating with multiple stakeholders to develop conceptual designs. You will be responsible for managing the procurement, final detailed designs, commissioning, and acceptance testing on renewable energy projects. The SCADA & IT systems of these projects may include RTACs, RTUs, plant controllers, network switches, firewalls, annunciators, HMIs and all associated connectivity on wind, solar and battery storage renewable energy projects.

Duties and Responsibilities: Specification and configuration of SCADA, power plant controller, RTU, & IT equipment. Develop conceptual project designs that comply with all critical stakeholder and interconnection requirements. Creation of conceptual block diagrams. Conduct thorough reviews of detailed design drawings. Track design schedules, update all stakeholders and ensure that critical dates are met on time. Organize and transfer all as-built documentation to operations team including schematics, bills of materials, and programming settings. Coordinate the procurement and installation of necessary telecom services. Interface with plant controller manufacturers, transmission operators, generator owners and operators to configure systems as needed. Coordinate networking equipment configuration including specifying physical interfaces and protocols, assigning IP addresses, and administration of firewall rules. Monitor construction progress remotely and via on-site inspections. Support resolution of any field issues. Attend in-person meetings with stakeholders. Provide on-site programming and field support during commissioning. Verify that all applicable NERC requirements are considered and fulfilled. Lead efforts with project team to develop operational plans to energize, commission, and turnover projects while maintaining NERC compliance. Coordinate with independent engineers and project partners to effectively navigate the technical due diligence process. Assist in the development of new projects by analyzing conceptual designs and RFQ specifications. Coordinate with operations engineering and third party customers to incorporate lessons learned into new designs. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry technology through various training sessions and conferences.

Job Specifications or Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher required in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related discipline. 3+ years of generation SCADA systems experience. Knowledge of both the physical and software aspects of networking equipment that connect renewable energy assets Advanced knowledge and programming of SCADA, HMI, PLC platforms. Experience and familiarity with various industrial communication protocols and architectures such as OPC, DNP3, ModBus and EGD. Experience working around HV/MV electrical infrastructure (substations/switchyards, distribution systems, transmission lines, transformers, relays, meters, CTs, and PTs). Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Up to 25% travel required. Valid driver's license required.

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.