SCADA Engineer

RRC Companies; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to renewable energy solutions! In this role, you will leverage your SCADA expertise to design and implement cutting-edge systems for wind, solar, and battery storage projects. Collaborate with a passionate team committed to client satisfaction and employee happiness. This position offers the chance to make a positive impact while working in a supportive environment that values quality work and innovation. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to a sustainable future, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k matching

Bonus eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3+ years of SCADA experience in utility or industrial settings.
• Ability to communicate complex SCADA concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide SCADA expertise during design and commissioning phases.
• Design and deploy SCADA systems for renewable energy projects.

Skills

SCADA software programming

Communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3)

RTAC programming

Inductive Automation Ignition

Automation control systems

BESS EMS system

Power Utility scale SCADA system development

FAT and SAT testing

Knowledge of NERC CIP requirements

Working knowledge of Utility Meters

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

BS in Mechanical Engineering

BS in Computer Science Engineering

Tools

MS SQL Server

Rockwell PLC

Control Logix programming

Job description

RRC is a top-tier designer of utility-scale wind, solar, and BESS projects in the US and select international markets. We are uniquely positioned among U.S.-based engineering firms to offer the full scope of engineering services: project development, geotechnical, civil, structural, electrical, and SCADA engineering, as well as land surveying, field services, and construction material testing. At RRC, we care. We care about our work, we care about our people, we care about our clients, and we care about the future of energy. We care about our employee’s happiness and development. Here, our people are empowered and encouraged to create a lasting impact on their industry. We care about producing quality work that creates solutions and exceeds expectations. We are dedicated to client satisfaction. We go above and beyond because we care. If you’re looking for a workplace filled with genuine individuals that also care, you’re in the right spot. Join us. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including: • Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance • Health, dental, and vision insurance • 401k matching • Bonus eligibility • Tuition reimbursement for approved education pursuits

The Role

This position will be responsible for SCADA and Control planning, engineering design, deployment, and commissioning on renewable energy power plants. Engineering experience with power and control systems, data acquisition and telecommunications required. Field experience in testing/commissioning and/or telecommunications is a plus.

RRC CORE VALUES

• Client Satisfaction– understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations
• Employee Happiness– able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members
• Quality Work- able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Above and Beyond- versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Provide SCADA expertise on wind, battery, solar and PV + Storage power systems during the design, development, implementation, and commissioning phases of each project.
• Design and deploy wind energy, solar, and battery storage SCADA systems.
• Work with project manager to deliver procurement and deployment plans, timelines, and costs.
• Work with and manage clients to ensure requirements and expectations are clear.
• Manage IT consultants and subcontractors for network security deliverables, testing, budgets, and system completion.
• Coordinate project site TELCO installation, scheduling and manage schedules and owners expectation.
• Deploy SCADA solutions according to timelines and budget. Troubleshoot problems until site requirements are met.
• Program substation RTAC units, and communication hardware using standard SCADA protocols.
• Work closely with the clients team, as well as RRC project manager, and project engineer to warranty a quality system is installed and tested to design specifications.
• Ensure that SCADA systems have been installed per project requirements and tested to meet QSE, CAISO, Utility, and regional reliability council requirements.
• Responsible to ensure SAFETY requirements are met.

Ideal Profile

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience with SCADA software programming, SCADA historians, MS SQL servers.
• Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition 7.x or 8.x software a must.
• Experience with communication protocols for base-level devices: Modbus, Modbus TCP, OPC, DNP3, SELFast, IEC 61850, ICCP etc.
• Experience with automation control systems: RTAC programming, Rockwell PLC and Control Logix programming (a plus)
• Experience with automation device integration
• Experience with BESS EMS system (a plus)
• Experience with complete SCADA system project life cycles
• Experience with Power Utility scale SCADA system development and design
• Experience with FAT and SAT testing and documentation
• Working knowledge of Utility Meters, Substation RTAC, Protection Relays
• Knowledge of NERC CIP requirements
• Knowledge of Managed switches, Hirschmans, MOXA, Ciscoetc.
• Knowledge of Power Plant Networking, Security and Firewalls

QUALIFICATIONS

• BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Science Engineering
• Minimum 3 or more years of proven utility or industrial SCADA experience.
• Ability to communicate complex SCADA and controls concepts to non-domain experts in a collaborative fashion.
• Working knowledge of the renewable energy industry and projects a plus.
• Familiarity with and able to stay current on SCADA regulations and standards.
• Travel 25%

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to make a positive impact
• Work in a company with a solid track record of performance
• Fantastic work culture