IT Systems Architect

Clearway Energy Group; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearway Energy Group is seeking an IT Systems Architect in Scottsdale, AZ to design, implement and support Operational IT systems across Real-time Operations, Data Analytics and Asset Management.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, maintain SCADA/EMS databases, integrate with external systems, and ensure compliance and security while providing on-call support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or closely related quantitative field with 5 years of post-baccalaureate experience.

Responsibilities

• Implement software system projects to support Real-time Operations, Performance Engineering and Data Analytics.
• Develop and maintain SCADA/EMS databases, displays, and procedures including field equipment checkout.
• Assist in monitoring projects for EMS, GMS, Energy Markets Interface, and related systems.

Skills

Real-time software

SCADA/EMS

SQL databases

C

C++

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Master's degree +3 years alternative

Tools

SCADA/EMS tooling

ICCP interfaces

Job description

IT Systems Architect (Scottsdale, AZ)

Leverage advanced knowledge of computer science, electrical and electronic engineering principles to analyze, design, implement, administer, and support Clearway’s Operational IT systems. This will include collaborating with business stakeholders to enhance existing systems and contribute to the team and organization’s continuous improvement objectives. Specific duties include:

• Implement projects for delivery of software systems and applications to support Realtime Operations, Performance Engineering and Data Analytics, Asset Management, Operations and Maintenance business functions of Clearway Renewables.
• Develop and maintain SCADA/EMS technical databases, displays and associated processes and procedures including checkout with SCADA enabled field equipment.
• Assist in monitoring software system projects to implement and enhance systems and applications related to Generation Management System, Energy Market Interface System, Energy Settlements, Realtime and Historian Systems, Operations Business Intelligence Systems, and NERC-CIP compliance.
• Develop and maintain software system interfaces and data exchange with external systems such as ICCP external control centers and FEP to RTU/IEDs.
• Develop procedures, processes, and applications necessary to provide safe and secure technical operations systems that meet reliability regulatory standards.
• Maintain familiarity and operational understanding with all SCADA/EMS applications and interfaces.
• Develop and maintain computer programs and customized programming scripts necessary for custom software applications.
• Provide advice to the project management teams regarding the implementation of system enhancements and new systems through the project life cycle, ensuring appropriate documentation and processes to ensure compliance.
• Perform PC, server, application, data center, and general network troubleshooting and problem resolutions experienced by users.
• Provide a consistent interface between business and vendors as it relates to vendor support, corporate standards, product upgrades, installation, and maintenance.
• Provide “real-time” technical support for System Operators and Generation Dispatch and Power Marketing personnel.
• Participate in 24X7 On-call support rotation.
• May telecommute up to 40% of the workweek from a location within the Scottsdale, AZ metropolitan area.

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or closely related quantitative field, plus five (5) years of progressive post-baccalaureate experience performing software system and application development. Experience, which may be gained concurrently, must include the following:

• 5 years of experience performing configuration activities for various software applications;
• 4 years of experience working with real-time software applications, including EMS and GMS;
• 4 years of experience conducting software development research with a focus of renewable energy system integration;
• 3 years of experience in testing software for Energy Management Systems and Energy Markets Interface systems;
• 3 years of experience using SQL databases, including Postgres, Oracle, MySQL, and MSSQL, as well as coding languages, including C, C++, and Python.

In the alternative, will accept a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or closely related quantitative field, plus three (3) years of professional experience performing software system and application development. Experience, which may be gained concurrently, must include the following:

• 3 years of experience performing configuration activities for various software applications;
• 3 years of experience working with real-time software applications, including EMS and GMS;
• 3 years of experience in testing software for Energy Management Systems and Energy Markets Interface systems;
• 3 years of experience using SQL databases, including Postgres, Oracle, MySQL, and MSSQL, as well as coding languages, including C, C++, and Python;
• 3 year of experience conducting software development research with a focus of renewable energy system integration.

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Job site: 4900 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 5000, Scottsdale, AZ 85251. May telecommute up to 40% of the workweek from a location within the Scottsdale, AZ metropolitan area. 40 hours per week, 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.6 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.5 GW of conventional dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway’s operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 3 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Clearway Energy Group’s vision is a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.8 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.8 GW of flexible dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway’s operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 2 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

Working at Clearway, Hybrid Together

Here at Clearway, we’re committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships with our teammates. We do this by prioritizing corporate new hires based near one of our offices in San Francisco, San Diego, Scottsdale, Houston, Denver, & Princeton. Our office-based employees typically work together from fabulous spaces on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate & learn, build community, get to know one another, & enjoy company-provided meals & events. Our site-based employees collaborate in-person daily to keep our locations operating safely and efficiently while fostering strong relationships within their local communities. Clearway Energy is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience & expertise. We intentionally foster a culture of inclusion that empowers our employees to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. Clearway is a proud promoter of employment opportunities for our Military & Veterans.

What We Provide

Clearway offers all eligible employees working 20+ hours per week a comprehensive menu of benefits: generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation, & a 401(k) plan with employer match, a variety of life & accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, & benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships. For more on Clearway benefits, visit our Benefits Website.

Notice to Applicants

Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equalemploymentlaws, ordinances, and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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Notice to California Applicants

Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equalemploymentlaws, ordinances and regulations for all applicants and employees.