Control Center Operator

Cypress Creek Renewables•Durham, NC

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Cypress Creek Energy is seeking a highly motivated candidate to monitor the daily operation of a rapidly growing portfolio of utility-scale PV plants. The Control Center Operator will perform continuous real-time monitoring and control of Solar Facility performance, energy yield, and output. The candidate will be trained in the essential knowledge and skills necessary to monitor and operate utility-scale solar generation facilities.

Requirements

Diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct problems found via DAS/SCADA
Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams
Proficiency with MS Office suite
Experience working with a CMMS platform (preferably for power generation facility)
Experience working with DAS and/or SCADA systems
Work is to be performed in an office environment
After the initial training phase, this position will perform a 12-hour shift schedule and candidate is expected to be available holidays/weekends as required.
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to obtain unescorted access for NERC/CIP facilities
Embrace and live by the mission and values of Cypress Creek Energy

Nice To Haves

BS in a technical field of study, Engineering preferred
Knowledge of power generation design or operations
Knowledge of PV systems, including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring

Responsibilities

Complete initial operator training program designed to prepare candidates to independently perform remote monitoring and operation of solar facilities.
Closely monitor the day-to-day operation of numerous 2MW to 100MW solar projects.
Respond to DAS Alerts, SCADA Alarms, and abnormal facility conditions by alerting appropriate parties.
Act as point of contact for field technicians, remote plant operators, utilities, and transmission operators regarding performance, control, and schedules for solar facilities.
Responsible for maintaining availability levels at each solar facility as well as following curtailment directives.
Perform daily reporting of solar facility performance.
Data analysis of underperforming systems.
Aid field technicians with system troubleshooting and providing routine dispatch.