SCADA Engineer

TotalEnergies; Austin (TX); Teletrabalho; USD 110 000 - 160 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

TotalEnergies Integrated Power USA is hiring a SCADA/OT Engineer to support utility-scale projects in the U.S. You will work on Ignition SCADA implementations, maintain systems, and integrate with MODBUS, DNP3, and OPC protocols across diverse sites.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in SCADA/OT, strong networking knowledge, and familiarity with NERC compliance. This role can be based in Austin or Houston or work remotely nationwide within the USA.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of hands-on experience supporting SCADA and OT/IT operations for utility-scale power generation in the U.S.
• Strong expertise with Ignition SCADA (implementation and maintenance).
• Experience with SCADA protocols and infrastructure including MODBUS, DNP3, OPC, TCP/IP, serial, fiber, switches, and firewalls.
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (routing, VPNs, firewalls).
• Experience integrating: Substation devices (SEL RTACs, relays, meters); Array devices (inverters, trackers, met stations); Utility-owned RTUs.
• Familiarity with NERC compliance from a SCADA/OT perspective.
• Fluent English and a valid U.S. driver’s license.

Responsabilidades

• Enforce Total Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) policy in all responsibilities and ensure external parties operate to HSE standards.
• Work with SCADA/IT vendors, EPCs, O&M, equipment manufacturers, utilities and internal teams to meet grid integration, IT/OT/Cybersecurity requirements.
• Lead SCADA Implementation and O&M on utility-scale projects with various technologies.
• Follow TERUSA standards for SCADA, OT/IT, and Cybersecurity.
• Review vendor submittals and ensure compliance with internal expectations.
• Ensure compliance with internal IT and cybersecurity standards.
• Implement third-party data integrations (API, SFTP, OPC-UA, OPC-DA) for end-to-end workflows and real-time data streams.
• Build tools for automated data acquisition and performance analysis from SCADA and other sources.
• Oversee PPC operation meeting grid integration and operational requirements.
• Maintain project documentation and coordinate with third-party stakeholders.
• Travel approximately 1 week per quarter; participate in on-call rotation.

Conhecimentos

SCADA/OT operations

Ignition SCADA

Networking fundamentals

Vendor coordination

SCADA protocols (MODBUS, DNP3, OPC)

OT/IT cybersecurity awareness

English fluency

U.S. driver's license

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)

Ferramentas

Ignition SCADA

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Country United States / US City AUSTIN

Area
Texas

Workplace location AUSTIN-GAINES RANCH LOOP(USA) Employer company TotalEnergies Renewables USA, LLC Domain Maintenance & Inspection Type of contract Regular position Experience Minimum 3 years

About Integrated Power USA

At Integrated Power USA, we're helping shape the future of energy in North America. As TotalEnergies' integrated power platform, we develop, build, operate, and grow a diverse portfolio of solar, wind, battery storage, and flexible generation assets that deliver reliable, affordable, and lower-carbon electricity across the United States & Canada.

Backed by the global ambition of TotalEnergies to accelerate the energy transition, Integrated Power USA is rapidly expanding a portfolio of approximately 35 GW of renewable, storage, and thermal generation projects that are operating, under construction, or in development. From developing innovative energy solutions to navigating some of the country's most dynamic power markets, our teams are at the forefront of building a cleaner, more resilient energy future.

Joining Integrated Power USA means working alongside talented professionals who are passionate about innovation, collaboration, safety, and making a real impact. Together, we're powering communities, advancing the energy transition, and creating the energy system of tomorrow.

This position can sit in Austin, TX, Houston, TX, or remotely in the USA.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience supporting SCADA and OT/IT operations for utility‑scale power generation in the U.S.
• Strong expertise with Ignition SCADA (implementation and maintenance).
• Experience with SCADA protocols and infrastructure including MODBUS, DNP3, OPC, TCP/IP, serial, fiber, switches, and firewalls.
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (routing, VPNs, firewalls).
• Experience integrating:
• Substation devices (SEL RTACs, relays, meters)
• Array devices (inverters, trackers, met stations)
• Utility‑owned RTUs
• Familiarity with NERC compliance from a SCADA/OT perspective.
• Fluent English and a valid U.S. driver’s license.

Preferred

• Official Ignition Certification (or completion of Inductive University training).
• Experience supporting multi‑site or fleet‑level operations.
• Knowledge of solar technologies; energy storage and wind experience a plus.
• Experience with SEL products and utility telemetry standards.

Core Strengths

• Strong communicator who can lead technical discussions across vendors and internal teams.
• Influential, collaborative, and results‑oriented.
• Comfortable operating in fast‑changing regulatory and operational environments.

Candidate Profile

Activities

• Enforce Total Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) policy in all his/her responsibilities and ensure that external third parties (O&M/EPC contractors, vendors, consultants) operate in a manner acceptable to TotalEnergies HSE standards
• Work with various SCADA/IT vendors, EPCs, O&M, equipment manufacturers, utilities and internal teams to meet all grid integration, internal IT/OT/Cybersecurity and operational requirements through all project phases
• Work directly on the SCADA Implementation and O&M on utility scale projects with various technologies and architectures.
• Know and follow TERUSA standards and exhibits for SCADA, OT/IT, and Cybersecurity.
• Review project submittal exhibits from vendors and ensure compliance with internal expectations.
• Ensure compliance with TotalEnergies internal IT and cybersecurity standards
• Implement third party data integrations (API, SFTP, OPC-UA, OPC-DA etc.) to enable end to end workflows and real-time data streams for automated system control and monitoring
• Build and manage tools that allow automated data acquisition and performance analysis with data from SCADA and other sources
• Ensure PPC (Power Plant Controller) operation meets grid integration and operational requirements.
• Facilitate and own the collection, organization and filing of all project documentation, both internally and for external third-party stakeholders.
• The position consists of work indoors with occasional travel to other offices and job sites. Travel expectations shall consist of approximately 1 week per quarter.
• Participate in an on‑call rotation for critical event escalation.
• Know, respect and ensure compliance with the Company's Code of Conduct.
• Accountability for SCADA System Operability, project data flow, and OT/IT operation and conformity
• Support the operation of TotalEnergies Utility Power Plant business in the U.S.
• Accountability for safety and project operations.
• Operational role for the implementation and operation of the site SCADA & OT/IT system

Joining TotalEnergies means committing to the energy transition and helping provide energy that is more affordable, more available, and more sustainable for as many people as possible. You will grow within an international multi-energy company where every talent matters. You will contribute to ambitious projects and deliver concrete solutions to today's energy challenges.

Throughout your career, you will benefit from a wide variety of assignments and tailored learning opportunities. You will fully develop your potential in an environment that fosters innovation and excellence. Join committed and collaborative teams where success is built together.

We place respect and employee well-being at the heart of our performance. That is why TotalEnergies values diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all.