Principal SCADA Engineer – BESS & Grid Integration

Invenergy; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Invenergy is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead SCADA and controls integration for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) as part of the Construction team. You will define interfaces, network architecture, time synchronization, and data models, while coordinating with substation, PPC, and remote operations.

This role supports solar and hybrid applications and requires strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of relevant experience with power generation SCADA and control systems.
• Demonstrated experience delivering BESS focused SCADA and controls integration through commissioning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to coordinate multiple projects.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead SCADA and controls integration for BESS from concept through commissioning.
• Define interface definitions, network architecture, time synchronization, and data models.
• Document control interfaces between BESS subsystems and site SCADA and related systems.
• Review vendor submittals; assess communications architecture and cybersecurity alignment.
• Provide on-site programming and field support during commissioning; troubleshoot complex issues.

Skills

SCADA systems

BESS integration

Vendor coordination

Project management

Communication skills

Education

BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Master’s in Engineering (preferred)

Tools

EMS

BMS

SCADA

HMI

PLC

RTU

OPC

CANBUS

DNP3

Modbus

Job description

Invenergy is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead SCADA and controls integration for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) as part of the Construction team. You will define interfaces, network architecture, time synchronization, and data models, while coordinating with substation, PPC, and remote operations.

This role supports solar and hybrid applications and requires strong leadership and communication skills.