Renewable PPC Engineer: Grid-Ready Controls (Remote)

Hanwha Convergence USA; Georgetown (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Convergence USA is seeking a PPC (Power Plant Controller) engineer to design, program, and maintain control systems for renewable energy facilities, including wind, solar, and energy storage, with travel to client sites as required.

You will develop PPC systems, ensure grid code compliance (ERCOT/CAISO), tune for energy optimization, support testing and commissioning, mentor junior staff, and lead projects within budget and schedule. Requires 3+ years PPC and mandatory SEL RTAC experience.

Qualifications

• SEL RTAC experience is mandatory.
• 3+ years’ PPC experience.
• SCADA experience such as Ignition is a huge asset.
• Familiar with grid code requirements and power control.
• Experience with PSSE, DigSILENT, or MATLAB/Simulink is beneficial.
• Knowledge of NERC CIP regulatory requirements.
• Proficient in Modbus, DNP3, MQTT, OPC UA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and program PPC systems that dictate the plant's behavior at interconnection with the power grid.
• Create control strategies to meet grid code requirements of ISO regions (e.g., ERCOT/CAISO).
• Support testing, tuning, and field installation of control equipment.
• Tune PPC systems to maximize renewable energy output while maintaining grid stability.
• Provide ongoing technical support including remote troubleshooting or on-site visits.
• Work with SCADA and other control systems to collect data and visualize performance.
• Lead PPC projects from concept to FAT/SAT, commissioning, and O&M.
• Lead design changes to ensure standards compliance or continuous improvement.
• Perform PPC presentations to clients.
• Mentor and train less experienced engineers and technicians.
• Lead and manage assigned PPC projects within time and budget.
• Conduct risk analysis as required.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

PPC engineering

SCADA awareness

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Tools

RTAC (SEL)

Modbus

DNP3

MQTT

OPC UA

Job description

Hanwha Convergence USA is seeking a PPC (Power Plant Controller) engineer to design, program, and maintain control systems for renewable energy facilities, including wind, solar, and energy storage, with travel to client sites as required.

You will develop PPC systems, ensure grid code compliance (ERCOT/CAISO), tune for energy optimization, support testing and commissioning, mentor junior staff, and lead projects within budget and schedule. Requires 3+ years PPC and mandatory SEL RTAC experience.