SCADA Engineer

Primoris-Services-Corporatio; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 82,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

401K with matching

Disability coverage

Job summary

Primoris Renewable Energy is seeking a SCADA Engineer to support Pre-construction and Operations, collaborating with Engineering, Estimating, and Procurement to review SCADA specs and quotes. You will assist in commissioning, performance testing, and coordinating with multiple vendors across solar, BESS, and HV sectors.

The role requires a BS in engineering from an ABET-accredited program and 2–5 years’ SCADA experience, with knowledge of IEC61850/IEEE protocols and utility requirements.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in engineering required.
• 2–5 years SCADA engineering experience; renewable energy preferred.
• Experience with IEC61850/IEEE protocols and utility comms knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Review client SCADA specifications and SOW; solicit vendor proposals.
• Coordinate with Substation, BESS, and O&M vendors on SCADA requirements.
• Review SCADA drawings from 3rd party vendors and EORs.
• Assist commissioning and performance teams; visit project sites as required.
• Support troubleshooting for active and warranty sites.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical/Computer Science/Data Analytics Engineering

Tools

AutoDesk Construction Cloud

AutoDesk Visio

Microsoft Teams

Excel

Job description

Job Overview:SCADA Engineer - Primoris Renewable EnergyThe SCADA Engineer will report to the Manager, SCADA & Performance Engineering, and support both Pre-construction & Operations. For Pre-construction, this individual will work with Engineering, Estimating, and Procurement to review client SCADA specifications and solicit SCADA quotes. For Operations, this individual will review SCADA plans/drawings supplied by our SCADA vendors and Engineers of Record (EORs) and support all commissioning and performance needs as required while assisting the project team in managing the 3rd party SCADA supplier.PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:• Review & comment on client-provided SCADA technical specifications and Scope of Work (SOW)• Solicit proposals from SCADA suppliers/vendors/subcontractors.• Work with Substation, BESS and O&M vendors to streamline communication process around SCADA requirements.• Review & comment on SCADA drawing packages provided by 3rd party SCADA vendors and EORs.• Support Operations project team in managing 3rd party SCADA providers and visit project sites as required.• Attend trainings provided by SCADA providers and Equipment Manufacturers.• Assist construction team during SCADA commissioning and Performance team during plant performance testing.• Support troubleshooting efforts by Operations as well as O&M teams for active sites and those in warranty stages.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:• Bachelor of Science/Engineering in Electronics Communications, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Science, or Data Analytics Engineering or related engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution.• Minimum 2 to 5 years work experience in SCADA Engineering, preferred in Renewable Energy Industry.• Experience with Microsoft Teams for Internal Communication.• Experience with AutoDesk Construction Cloud (ACC).• Experience with AutoDesk or MS Visio to develop SCADA Single Line Diagrams.PREFERRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:• Familiarity with commonly used equipment manufacturers in the Solar, BESS, and HV industries.• Knowledge of IEC61850 and IEEE communication and interoperability protocols..• Understanding of NERC, FERC and other utility communication requirements to remain in compliance according to project interconnection agreements between utility and project owner.• Proficiency navigating HMI’s for various SCADA suppliers to perform troubleshooting or data collection tasks.• Must be knowledgeable of the main SCADA communication protocols and the communication network topologies utilized in the Utility-scale solar PV/BESS and/or wind industry.• Expert in Microsoft Office and Excel; Programming skills preferred.• Knowledge and experience working with different communication Protocols like TCP/IP, Modbus etc.• Strong written and oral communication skills.• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and follow through on assigned tasks and projects with minimal supervision.• Ability to interact with various internal outside parties clearly and professionally via email, text, telephone and/or in person.• Ability to understand manufacturer’s operating parameters, application limitations and commissioning guidelines.• Ability to read and understand technical plans and specifications.• Ability to thrive in a team environment.• Able to work in a fast-moving environment while maintaining a positive attitude in stressful situations.• Strong organizational skills necessary to document and track issues from inception to resolution.PAY EQUITY:$82,000 - $145,000Primoris Renewable Energy provides the following compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule. Primoris Renewable Energy reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.#LI-GQ1Company Overview:Primoris Renewable Energy, a business within Primoris Services Corporation’s Energy segment, is a leading power generation engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) provider specializing in utility and commercial scale solar power, energy storage, solar repower, and operations and maintenance. Standing at the forefront of energy transformation, we are dedicated to doing the right thing for our customers, people, and planet – shaping a more sustainable future for generations to come.Benefits:Paid Company HolidaysPaid Time OffMedical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability401K with matching contribution.EEO StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Agency StatementWe are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.