Staff Engineer, SCADA Engineering

Invenergy•Chicago, IL

1d•$70,000 - $95,000

About The Position

This role is on the Invenergy Construction team and is a key driver of how our wind, solar, and battery storage projects come to life. You will lead the end-to-end delivery of supervisory control & data acquisition (SCADA) and communications infrastructure, partnering with diverse stakeholders to shape conceptual designs, translate them into detailed designs, and drive procurement, commissioning, acceptance testing, and turnover. Your work will integrate and secure the SCADA/OT/IT ecosystem, including RTUs, controllers, energy management systems, network switches, firewalls, annunciators, and HMIs, ensuring every project starts up safely, reliably, and ready to perform from day one.

Requirements

BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related degree
Knowledge of SCADA systems acquired through 0 to 3 years of relevant work experience
Familiarity with various industrial communication protocols such as OPC, DNP3, Modbus and/or EGD
Ability to coordinate and manage multiple concurrent projects
Considerable knowledge in computer and server operation
Strong project management skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future
Valid driver's license required
Up to 25% travel required

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of both the physical and software aspects of networking equipment that connect generation assets
Knowledge and programming of SCADA, HMI, PLC platforms
Prior installation, commissioning and site construction experience in renewable power generation
Experience working on SEL RTAC is preferred
Experience working with Inductive Automation Ignition software
Working knowledge of NERC compliance for low impact cyber systems

Responsibilities

Lead safe, compliant commissioning and startup of SCADA and communications systems for wind, solar, and battery projects.
Bring systems online, validate performance through acceptance testing, and deliver a clean turnover to Operations.
Build and secure the communications network that runs the plant: IP plans, protocols, physical network interfaces, and firewall rules across SCADA/OT/IT equipment.
Partner with major stakeholders (plant controller OEMs, transmission operators, generator owners/operators) to configure controls and data paths to meet operational and grid requirements.
Own the energization and commissioning execution plan, define scope, sequence, readiness gates, and risk mitigations while maintaining NERC and project requirements.
Support field execution through remote monitoring and on-site inspections.
Troubleshoot construction issues and provide hands-on programming support during commissioning.
Drive project delivery discipline by tracking design and construction schedules, surfacing risks early, communicating status, and ensuring critical milestones are met on time.
Ensure connectivity and operations readiness by required milestone dates.
Maintain system specifications and configurations for SCADA, power plant controllers, RTUs, and IT/OT equipment to improve reliable operation and maintenance.
Oversee delivery of clean, complete as-built turnover packages (schematics, bills of materials, configuration/programming settings) to Operations for long-term maintenance and reliability.
Support technical due diligence with independent engineers and project partners by providing accurate, technical input and evidence.
Stay current on technology and best practices through training, conferences, and continuous learning.
Take on additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership to support team priorities and business needs.