Scada Engineer

Tealenergi•Richmond, VA

22h

About The Position

Position: Lead SCADA Engineer/PM – Offshore Wind Location: Norfolk, VA Summary: The Lead SCADA Engineer/PM will support a major offshore wind construction program, serving as a key engineering and project management resource for SCADA and systems communications. This role provides technical leadership across design, fabrication, installation, commissioning, and operational readiness activities for large-scale offshore wind assets. The position supports a 2,600 MW offshore wind farm consisting of 176 wind turbines, three offshore substations, and related high-voltage subsea infrastructure. The successful candidate will manage complex SCADA and multi-network communication scopes, collaborating closely with internal teams, external stakeholders, and equipment suppliers.

Requirements

Bachelor ’ s degree in Engineering , Computer Science, or a related technical field preferred
Equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of degree
Minimum 7+ years of SCADA and communication systems engineering experience
Experience commissioning or operating power plant control centers
Experience with inverter-based resources, wind (onshore or offshore), solar, or large-scale utility generation
Familiarity with supplier networks and integration with utility systems for renewable power
Experience with multi-network SCADA systems and network segregation requirements
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to lead, collaborate, and contribute effectively within multidisciplinary teams
Ability to support offshore work as needed
Availability for overtime, including up to 60-hour workweeks and routine weekend work
Willingness to travel up to 25%

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience with SGRE, GE, Vestas, SEMCO Maritime, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
Professional Engineering (PE) license is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate commissioning of large-scale project SCADA systems
Oversee complex multi-network SCADA scopes for inverter-based renewable power generation
Work on SCADA, ACMS, HMI, project networks, telecom systems, monitoring equipment, and navigational aids
Validate systems and authorize work prior to energization
Provide troubleshooting, technical guidance, and leadership across multiple independent communication networks
Support documentation development and review: plans, reports, as-builts, procedures
Serve as technical leader for SCADA and communication systems during all project phases
Manage, supervise, and coordinate installation and commissioning activities onsite
Track progress against schedule and provide input to project managers and schedulers
Coordinate supplier, contractor, and stakeholder interactions
Represent owner during inspections, audits, walkdowns, and acceptance of work
Manage and authorize SCADA-related work in energized work perimeters
Support and coordinate documentation and activities relevant to NERC compliance
Ensure network configurations meet regulatory requirements and separation criteria
Apply project-specific safety processes including PTW, LOTO, and SIMOPS