Project Engineer, Renewable Electrical Engineering; SCADA

Invenergy is seeking a Project Engineer for Renewable Electrical Engineering (SCADA) in Knoxville, TN. The role involves engineering, procurement, and commissioning of SCADA systems for renewable energy projects. Responsibilities include developing project designs, managing procurement, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with NERC requirements. A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required. This position is not remote and involves on-site inspections and meetings.
Position: Project Engineer, Renewable Electrical Engineering (SCADA) Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land‑based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large‑scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.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 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.ResponsibilitiesSpecification and configuration of SCADA, power plant controller, RTU, & IT equipmentDevelop conceptual project designs that comply with all critical stakeholder and interconnection requirementsCreation of conceptual block diagramsConduct thorough reviews of detailed design drawingsTrack design schedules, update all stakeholders and ensure that critical dates are met on timeOrganize and transfer all as‑built documentation to operations team including schematics, bills of materials, and programming settingsCoordinate the procurement and installation of necessary telecom servicesInterface with plant controller manufacturers, transmission operators, generator owners and operators to configure systems as neededCoordinate networking equipment configuration including specifying physical interfaces and protocols, assigning IP addresses, and administration of firewall rulesMonitor 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 commissioningVerify that all applicable NERC requirements are considered and fulfilledLead efforts with project team to develop operational plans to energize, commission, and turnover projects while maintaining NERC complianceCoordinate with independent engineers and project partners to effectively navigate the technical due diligence processAssist in the development of new projects by analyzing conceptual designs and RFQ specificationsCoordinate with operations engineering and third party customers to incorporate lessons learned into new designsMaintain up‑to‑date knowledge of industry technology through various training sessions and conferencesMinimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or higher required in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related discipline3+ years of generation SCADA systems experienceKnowledge of both the physical and software aspects of networking equipment that connect renewable energy assets. Advanced knowledge and programming of SCADA, HMI, PLC platformsExperience and familiarity with various industrial communication protocols and architectures such as OPC, DNP3, Mod Bus and EGDExperience 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 futureUp to 25% travel requiredValid driver’s license requiredPreferred Qualifications Prior installation, commissioning and site construction experience in renewable power generationExperience working on…