Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Strata Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Strata Clean Energy seeks an Electrical Engineer to create and review I&C designs and SCADA drawings for solar and storage projects. You will specify components, review vendor docs, and collaborate with multiple disciplines to develop control solutions.

You’ll assist with commissioning, data interface development, and repower projects, while supporting proposals. Required BS in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited) and 2–3 years experience; AutoCAD and MS Office proficiency preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, ABET accredited.
• Minimum 2-3 years relevant work experience.
• Proficient with AutoCAD (desired), and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Create / review I&C designs and drawings, including block diagrams and control diagrams.
• Review I&C and SCADA design documentation from third-party vendors.
• Specify components to meet project requirements with vendors/clients.
• Review and prepare bills of materials for I&C system equipment.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines on control solutions.
• Support commissioning of I&C systems and interface with field personnel.
• Develop data collection and interface solutions for reporting equipment.
• Program and develop solutions for repower projects.
• Provide input for proposals and review vendor bid documentation.

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create / review I&C designs and drawings, including block diagrams, fiber loop diagrams, and other deliverables.


• Perform technical review of I&C and SCADA design documentation from third party vendors including, but not limited to, SCADA integrators, substation vendors, and tracker and inverter suppliers.


• Specify components to meet project requirements and work with vendors and clients to develop solutions.


• Review and prepare bills of materials for I&C system equipment.


• Work with other engineering disciplines to develop, document, and execute control solutions.


• Support commissioning of I&C systems, and interface with Strata field personnel to ensure project requirements are satisfied expeditiously.


• Develop data collection and interface (including protocol) solutions for reporting equipment.


• Program and develop solutions for Strata’s repower projects to replace obsolete field equipment.


• Provide technical / commercial input for proposals to support Strata business development, and review proposals and bid documentation from SCADA vendors.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• BS in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, from an ABET accredited university.


• Minimum 2 -3 years relevant work experience.


• Proficient with AutoCAD (desired), and MS Office.


• Comfortable interacting with third parties including clients, consultants, and vendors.


• Experience with renewable energy (PV or BESS) projects desired but not necessary.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

Work is performed in an office environment and in the field. Must be able to sit, stand, bend, twist, and lift up to 20 pounds.

About Us

Strata Clean Energy is a leading developer, EPC, and service provider for utility-scale solar and storage systems in the United States. We control and self-perform all processes from our nationwide solar and storage developments, to construction, O&M, and Asset Management.

Our employees are empowered to drive our business in a collaborative, creative, and passion-driven environment that fosters long-term professional growth. There is a lot to learn at Strata, but we’re here to help you give your best and have a good time doing it.

At Strata, you’re part of something big. We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We are driving innovation to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet. Join us in powering the future.

Strata Solar is anequal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Strata Solar is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.