Scada Engineer II

RRC Power and Energy; Toronto, Richmond Hill; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k matching (US) / RRSP matching (CA

Bonus eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

RRC Power and Energy in Canada seeks a SCADA Engineer II to advance PV and BESS projects across North America. You will design, configure, and troubleshoot SCADA systems, coordinate site commissioning, and support FAT/SAT activities with a multidisciplinary team.

The role combines office work with travel, offering a competitive CAD 95,000–115,000 per year and benefits including health and retirement plans. Remote and office locations are available to suit project needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field is required.
• 3+ years of experience supporting SCADA systems, controls, automation projects, or renewable energy projects.
• Experience with power systems or control systems.
• Experience with utility-scale renewable energy projects preferred.
• Experience developing or modifying SCADA configurations, PLC logic, or HMI applications.
• Familiarity with Modbus, DNP3, OPC, and IEC protocols.
• Experience with commissioning, FAT/SAT activities is preferred.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, schematics, and network diagrams.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in PV and BESS SCADA tasks under supervision.
• Create and maintain SCADA drawings and documentation.
• Support collection and documentation for PLC/HMI configuration and testing.
• Coordinate site commissioning activities with SCADA engineers and contractors.
• Support performance testing and interconnection activities with utilities.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and interns.
• Configure and troubleshoot SCADA communication protocols and software (Kepware, OPC, Modbus, DNP3).
• Travel to project sites for field operations, commissioning, and startup as required.
• Maintain project records and as-built drawings; ensure safety requirements are met.

Skills

SCADA engineering

PLC/HMI configuration

Documentation

Project coordination

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Automation

Tools

Kepware

OPC

Modbus

DNP3

IEC protocols

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Canada - Toronto - Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3K3, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00 Salary/year, RRC is seeking a talented SCADA Engineer II to help us build the future of both U.S. and Canada energy production from both remote work locations and any one of our U.S. or Canadian office locations. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape.

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

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in PV and BESS SCADA project tasks under the supervision of Project Managers and senior engineering staff.
• Create and maintain SCADA drawings, engineering documentation, and project deliverable packages in accordance with project requirements.
• Support in collecting, organizing, and documenting information required for PLC and HMI configuration, testing, and documentation
• Coordinate site commissioning activities with SCADA Engineers, project teams, and contractors to support successful system startup and turnover.
• Support performance testing, system startup testing and coordination with utilities for interconnection.
• Ability to participate in project delivery
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers, new graduates, and interns
• Configure and troubleshoot SCADA communication protocols and software, including Kepware, OPC, Modbus, DNP3, and other technologies
• Support field operations, commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting activities at project sites as required.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and updates to SCADA systems, configurations, and related software as required
• Manage the equipment procurement as needed and delivering schedule to meet the project schedule timeline.
• Supporting project Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) including: reviewing procedures, attending FAT review, and adjusting commissioning scope to integrate FAT successes and deficiencies.
• Maintain project records, turnover documentation, and as-built drawing updates to ensure project documentation.
• Responsible to ensure SAFETY requirements are met

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required.
• 3+ years of experience supporting SCADA systems, controls, automation projects, or renewable energy projects.
• Experience and knowledge of power systems and/or control systems
• Experience supporting utility-scale renewable energy projects is preferred.
• Experience developing or modifying SCADA system configurations, PLC logic, or HMI applications.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, OPC, and IEC protocols are preferred.
• Experience supporting commissioning, startup, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), or Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) activities is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, control schematics, network diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, vendors, and contractors as well as independently.
• Ability to travel to project sites as required.

BENEFITS

RRC is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business.

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 certain pre-approved education pursuits
• RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

RRC Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and assessment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources or the recruitment contact listed in this posting.

RRC thanks you for your interest in joining RRC. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Visit our website www.RRCcompanies.com for more information.