Senior SCADA Engineer - Remote (BESS Focus)

Invenergy; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 155,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Invenergy seeks a Principal Engineer to lead SCADA and controls integration across BESS, solar, wind, and hybrid projects. You will define interfaces, architecture, and testing strategies while supporting onboarding, commissioning, and turnover for complex energy storage systems. Remote with travel as needed.

Responsibilities include technical leadership, reviews, and field support. A BS in engineering and 8+ years of relevant experience are required, with master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related degree.
• 8+ years of relevant experience with power generation SCADA and power plant control systems.
• Experience delivering BESS focused SCADA and controls integration through commissioning.
• Ability to coordinate and manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Up to 25% travel required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be legally authorized to operate a motor vehicle.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Own SCADA and controls integration approach for BESS projects from concept through commissioning.
• Define and document control and data interfaces between BESS subsystems and site SCADA, PPC, substation systems.
• Lead technical reviews of vendor submittals and drawings, including communications architecture and cybersecurity alignment.
• Provide escalation level troubleshooting for complex integration issues during construction and commissioning.
• Provide technical support for solar and other technologies SCADA scope as needed.
• Develop specifications and scope of work for EMS, BMS, SCADA, and IT/OT networks.

Skills

SCADA

BESS integration

Power plant controls

Project coordination

Cybersecurity awareness

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Master's in Engineering preferred

Tools

EMS

BMS

SCADA

HMI

PLC/RTU

OPC/DNP3/Modbus

Job description

Invenergy seeks a Principal Engineer to lead SCADA and controls integration across BESS, solar, wind, and hybrid projects. You will define interfaces, architecture, and testing strategies while supporting onboarding, commissioning, and turnover for complex energy storage systems. Remote with travel as needed.

Responsibilities include technical leadership, reviews, and field support. A BS in engineering and 8+ years of relevant experience are required, with master’s preferred.