Senior SCADA Engineer - Power Plant Automation Leader

Leeward Renewable Energy; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeward Renewable Energy based in Dallas, Texas is seeking a Senior SCADA Engineer to oversee the SCADA and controls design for utility-scale solar, wind, and storage projects. You'll work closely with our operations team to ensure system reliability and support both current and upcoming projects while ensuring compliance with all requisite codes.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, have at least 5 years of relevant experience, and be proficient in SCADA design and implementation. This role offers an opportunity to significantly impact America's renewable energy future.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant technical experience; renewable power generation preferred.
• Experience with utility-scale solar and storage SCADA system design.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and manage technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop/maintain SCADA specifications for solar, wind, and energy storage plants.
• Ensure 24/7 reliability and availability of SCADA systems.
• Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis of SCADA issues.

Skills

Ignition SCADA (Perspective, Vision)

PLC Programming (Allen‑Bradley, SEL RTAC)

Communication protocols (DNP3, Modbus, OPC UA)

Python/Jython scripting

Networking (Firewalls, VLANs, VPNs)

Education

4-Year Bachelors Engineering Degree

Tools

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

Job description

Leeward Renewable Energy based in Dallas, Texas is seeking a Senior SCADA Engineer to oversee the SCADA and controls design for utility-scale solar, wind, and storage projects. You'll work closely with our operations team to ensure system reliability and support both current and upcoming projects while ensuring compliance with all requisite codes.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, have at least 5 years of relevant experience, and be proficient in SCADA design and implementation. This role offers an opportunity to significantly impact America's renewable energy future.