Remote Senior SCADA Design Lead for Renewables

SOLV Energy; West Virginia; On-site; USD 125,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation, sick and holidays

Job summary

SOLV Energy is seeking a senior SCADA Design Lead to drive in-house SCADA design for utility-scale PV, BESS, and other projects. You will develop complex diagrams, review documentation, and mentor engineers while coordinating with OT teams and customers.

The role requires extensive AutoCAD/Visio proficiency, strong networking knowledge, and experience with industrial protocols. This is a fully remote position with emphasis on design quality and reliability.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in electrical, mechanical or energy engineering preferred.
• 6-8 years of engineering experience in renewable energy including industrial or utility scale PV solar, BESS or Wind; direct experience in SCADA engineering.
• Direct experience drafting engineering drawing sets for SCADA, Networking, electrical, and/or substation designs.
• Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD
• Advanced knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking concepts and architectures.
• Advanced knowledge of design, installation and commissioning of SCADA networks using Fiber Optics, Serial RS-232 / RS-485, and Ethernet TCP/IP.
• Advanced knowledge of industrial automation protocols including but not limited to; Modbus RTU/TCP, DNP3, OPC UA and DA.
• Advanced knowledge reading and developing diagrams and schematics including but not limited to, power system, networking and control, electrical, mechanical and civil layouts.
• Advanced knowledge of power plant operating procedures and control system interaction with governing bodies such as: Regional Compliance Entities, Independent System Operators, Transmission Operators, and Generator Operators.
• Ability to work with sub-contractors and field personnel
• Proficiency with various project management, scheduling, and task management tools
• Excellent communications skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the in-house design of SCADA monitoring and control systems for utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Work in AutoCAD, Visio, and other design tools to develop comprehensive designs for large-scale renewable energy SCADA systems.
• Define, document, and continuously improve SCADA design standards and best practices.
• Own and drive review of project scope of work documents; lead cross-functional requirements sessions and translate requirements into scalable designs.
• Develop, review, and approve detailed design documentation including diagrams, port maps, powering diagrams, and BOMs for SCADA racks and field enclosures.
• Perform senior-level review of SCADA drawing sets and generate redlines at standard revision intervals.
• Develop, maintain, and reinforce drawing review quality standards across the design team.
• Serve as the primary technical escalation point for complex SCADA equipment configurations and cross-functional issues.
• Mentor junior engineers through technical review and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with SOLV OT to define server and networking hardware requirements and mitigate risks.
• Drive standardization and process improvements to reduce design and commissioning effort and improve reliability.

Skills

SCADA design

Networking concepts

AutoCAD

Project management

Leadership/mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree in electrical, mechanical or energy engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Visio

Job description

SOLV Energy is seeking a senior SCADA Design Lead to drive in-house SCADA design for utility-scale PV, BESS, and other projects. You will develop complex diagrams, review documentation, and mentor engineers while coordinating with OT teams and customers.

The role requires extensive AutoCAD/Visio proficiency, strong networking knowledge, and experience with industrial protocols. This is a fully remote position with emphasis on design quality and reliability.