Senior Scada Engineer

Hanwha Convergence • Georgetown, TX

6d • $100,000 - $135,000

About The Position

Hanwha Convergence USA is seeking a Senior SCADA Engineer to lead the design, development, programming, integration, testing, and commissioning of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Plant Power Control (PPC) systems for utility-scale renewable energy projects. This hands-on engineering role delivers monitoring, automation, and control solutions for large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects, with a focus on Ignition SCADA, industrial communication protocols, control system architecture, and power plant integration.

The Senior SCADA Engineer collaborates with internal engineering teams, project stakeholders, clients, and field personnel to develop technical solutions, troubleshoot complex system issues, meet applicable industry standards, and improve SCADA/PPC engineering practices. The role also provides technical guidance and mentorship while ensuring high-quality project delivery within established schedules and budgets.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience developing, programming, configuring, and implementing SCADA applications, including direct experience with Ignition SCADA.
• Direct experience supporting utility-scale solar PV, BESS, or hybrid renewable energy projects.
• Experience with industrial automation, control system integration, and SCADA network architecture.
• Strong understanding of Modbus RTU/TCP, DNP3, OPC UA, and OPC DA communication protocols.
• Experience designing, configuring, or troubleshooting industrial communication networks using Ethernet TCP/IP, fiber optics, RS-232/RS-485 serial communications, and MQTT.
• Ability to read, interpret, develop, and troubleshoot electrical schematics, control system diagrams, network architecture drawings, and equipment interface documentation.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis skills.
• Understanding of power plant operations and interactions among plant control systems, grid operators, utilities, and applicable regulatory or reliability requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple technical assignments, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and deliver engineering work within established timelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to explain complex technical concepts to engineering teams, clients, and project stakeholders.
• Ability to remain seated and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Frequent use of standard office equipment, including computers, keyboards, and communication devices.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and through virtual meeting platforms.
• Occasionally lift and move office materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to travel to customer and project sites, including occasional international travel, as business needs require.
• Must possess or be eligible to obtain a valid passport.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience with SEL RTAC platforms, including configuration, programming, and commissioning.
• Experience developing, configuring, and commissioning PPC systems.
• Familiarity with inverter controls, power plant controllers, telemetry, plant-level monitoring, and grid integration requirements.
• Experience working with ISOs, RTOs, transmission operators, or generator operators.
• Familiarity with CAISO and ERCOT requirements and renewable energy plant compliance.
• Experience developing and executing FAT/SAT procedures, commissioning plans, and technical acceptance testing.
• Experience with data historians, HMI development, industrial networking, and integration of field devices across multiple manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, programming, and implementation of SCADA and PPC solutions for utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects.
• Configure, program, and commission Ignition SCADA applications, including HMIs, SCADA servers, data historians, and related control system components.
• Develop and integrate RTUs, SEL RTACs, PLCs, communication gateways, and other control system devices.
• Develop and maintain SCADA architecture, device point lists, IP address assignments, control logic diagrams, HMI screens, and system integration documentation.
• Integrate plant monitoring and control systems with inverters, meters, protection relays, BESS equipment, and other field devices.
• Troubleshoot SCADA communications, control logic, network connectivity, and integration issues; perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Support engineering standards, reusable design templates, and best practices that improve reliability and consistency.
• Develop and execute FAT and SAT procedures, commissioning plans, inspection procedures, and system validation activities.
• Lead or support on-site commissioning, functional testing, troubleshooting, and verification of SCADA and PPC systems.
• Validate communication interfaces, control sequences, telemetry, alarms, data acquisition, and plant control functionality.
• Support renewable energy facility integration with utility and grid operator requirements.
• Identify applicable industry codes, technical standards, and site requirements and support compliance activities involving ISOs, RTOs, transmission operators, and relevant reliability and regulatory entities.
• Identify design deficiencies and lead engineering modifications to address compliance gaps, improve performance, and resolve commissioning issues.
• Lead assigned engineering projects and coordinate resources to meet technical requirements, schedules, and budget objectives.
• Develop engineering and construction work packages, commissioning procedures, O&M documentation, and project closeout checklists.
• Monitor project progress, provide stakeholder updates, and identify technical risks, schedule constraints, and potential issues.
• Collaborate with project management, engineering, construction, operations, and field service teams to deliver projects successfully.
• Conduct technical reviews and client presentations explaining SCADA architecture, PPC functionality, system integration, and HEIS solutions.
• Participate in technical risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Mentor engineers and technicians in SCADA programming, control system design, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
• Collaborate across teams to improve engineering standards, design methodologies, and quality control processes.
• Evaluate technologies, tools, and engineering approaches that may improve system performance, maintainability, and operational reliability.
• Promote consistent documentation, testing practices, and technical quality across assigned projects.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and/or receive other employment benefits and privileges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed