Leeward Renewable Energy-posted 5 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Dallas, TX

LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is a high-growth renewable energy company forging a sustainable future through integrity, innovation, and positive impact. We own and operate 30 large wind, solar, and energy storage projects across the United States, totaling over 3 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity. LRE has an ambitious goal of 10GW of operating assets by 2028 and are developing and contracting an increasing pipeline of new projects every year. We take a full-lifecycle approach to our projects, built on a long-term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the environment. Job Summary: Leeward Renewable Energy is currently seeking a SCADA Engineer that will be responsible for designing, developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting SCADA systems that monitor and control renewable industrial processes. The role involves creating HMI/SCADA interfaces, integrating PLCs/RTUs and field equipment, ensuring system reliability and cybersecurity, performing system commissioning, and providing technical support. SCADA Engineers manage system updates, optimize data collection and visualization, maintain documentation, and collaborate with operations, IT, and engineering teams to ensure safe and efficient plant operations.

  • Design, configure, and deploy SCADA architectures (hardware, software, networks, and field devices).
  • Develop SCADA graphics, HMI screens, dashboards, and alarm logic.
  • Create PLC–SCADA communication mappings (Modbus, OPC, DNP3, Ethernet/IP, etc.).
  • Implement new features, upgrades, and system enhancements.
  • Install, configure, and maintain SCADA servers, clients, historian databases, and communication networks.
  • Manage user access, backups, automation scripts, and system documentation.
  • Ensure high system uptime and performance.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot SCADA, PPC, RTU, and communication network issues.
  • Provide Level 2/3 technical support to operations and field teams.
  • Perform root-cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
  • Integrate SCADA systems with PLCs, RTUs, sensors, instrumentation, and third-party applications.
  • Lead site commissioning, testing (FAT/SAT), and validation activities.
  • Collaborate with electrical, and IT teams.
  • Implement security hardening, patching, and access control policies.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance for industrial automation systems.
  • Configure and maintain data historians and reporting tools.
  • Optimize data collection, storage, and visualization.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation: architecture diagrams, I/O lists, network diagrams, and SOPs.
  • Train operators and maintenance teams on SCADA system use and best practices.
  • 4-Year Bachelors Engineering or Computer Science Degree
  • Strong computer programming skills
  • Experience in programming languages and the ability to learn in this area Visual Basic, Phyton, C#, SQL, Excel experience, Ignition, SEL/ORION RTAC.
  • Strong verbal and written communications
  • High level of competence of MS Office software programs
  • Familiarity with electronic communication systems (SCADA) considered a plus
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Ability to be self-motivated and work with minimal supervision
  • Ability to multi-task in a complex, dynamic environment
  • Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver's license
  • Ability to work collaboratively with multiple site management teams to ensure the success of projects for the benefit of your internal customers.
  • Previous experience in Wind, Solar or BESS Energy industry considered a plus
  • Familiarity with electronic communication systems (SCADA) considered a plus
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