Operations Technology Specialist

CYPRESS CREEK RENEWABLES, LLC•Durham, NC

32d•Hybrid

About The Position

Cypress Creek Renewables is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own, and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose-driven organization. Cypress Creek Solutions is the Operation and Maintenance division of Cypress Creek Renewables. We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with utility solar DAS and SCADA experience to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair existing equipment in the field and remotely support maintenance and troubleshooting activities across the country. This position will be hybrid-based in the NC region, with approximately 5 % of the time in the field and 25% in office responsibilities.

Requirements

Valid Driver's License
Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Work Management: Familiar with ticketing and work order systems for tracking and resolving support issues efficiently.
Strong IT/OT background with hands-on experience supporting, troubleshooting, and repairing computer hardware and software systems used in Renewable operations.
Network Administration: Skilled in configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting network infrastructure, including firewalls, routers (cellular and standard), switches, and servers
Remote Support: Experienced in providing remote technical assistance to on-site field technicians.
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures. PPE personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; hard hat, arc flash protection, safety glasses, hearing protection)

Nice To Haves

3+ years of experience in the Operation Technology field for Solar or Renewable Energy sector
SCADA/DAS Systems: Proficient in troubleshooting and supporting SCADA/DAS systems, with experience in protocols and platforms such as Serial, Modbus, DNP3, N3uron, and AlsoEnergy
Knowledge of equipment associated with typical PV Plant MET stations (pyranometers, wind speed, and temp sensors).
Familiarity with entering settings for reclosers, meters, modems, dataloggers, UPS, and all other I&C equipment.
Ability to work with and manage equipment maintenance schedules using Excel, Smartsheet, or similar technologies.
Embracing and living by the mission and values of Cypress Creek Renewables.
Positive attitude, desire to learn, and work well both independently and on a team.

Responsibilities

The OT Specialist works with the OT manager to prioritize repair work based on impact to plant operation ability, safety, and impact to the company's performance objectives.
They will help to ensure the PV plant's DAS and SCADA equipment is operational, calibrated according to schedule, and in good working order across a growing fleet of sites in North Carolina, and will remotely support troubleshooting in other regions as needed.
Familiarity or experience with GE Cimplicity, Ignition, Power Factor Drive, RTAC, Emerson RX3i, or any similar SCADA system
Input settings for modems, dataloggers, UPS, and all other I&C equipment.
Confirm with Operations Engineers that data is being successfully communicated from all devices onsite to DAS portal and/or SCADA platform.
Assist in drafting and amending DAS and SCADA internal quality control standards and checklists.
On-Site Support: Must be available to work on-site at the Durham office as required for project support and implementation.
Perform additional duties as required and requested by the Cypress Creek Solutions management team.