Technical Manager, SCADA & EMS

Power Factors; Ohio; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Factors is seeking a Technical Manager to join our Implementation Services team. You will lead integration and implementation of renewable energy assets and data into the Unity REMS Platform, coordinating with customers to set up connectivity between SCADA systems and our platform.

Join a global, agile team and help drive premium end-to-end integration experiences across wind, solar, and storage projects, while growing your skills through internal and external learning events.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience as SCADA Engineer.
• Knowledge of digital and analog signals and wiring.
• Knowledge of RES operation for Solar/Wind/Storage sites.
• Experience with Industrial protocols (MODBUS, DNP3, OPC).
• Experience with PLCs and Linux OS; terminal proficiency.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process questions related to problem-solving or new requirements.
• Analyze new requirements and elevate them to internal teams for implementation.
• Design the flow for new control applications.
• Develop application studies for new monitoring installations.
• Commission automation equipment.
• Supervise and deliver projects for buildings and telecom infrastructures using Unity Platform.
• Provide remote troubleshooting help to on-site engineers.

Skills

SCADA Engineer

Digital signals

Analog signals

RES operation knowledge

Industrial protocols

PLCs

Local networks

SCADA applications

Linux OS

Communication skills

Electrical or Automation Eng degree

Education

MS/BS in Electrical or Automations Engineering

Job description

ABOUT POWER FACTORS

Power Factors is a hardware and software provider whose next-generation Unity renewable energy management suite (REMS) is one of the most extensive and widely deployed solutions in the market. With over 300 GW of wind, solar, and energy storage assets managed worldwide across more than 600 customers and 18,000 sites, Power Factors manages 25% of the world’s renewable energy data. *

Power Factors’ Unity REMS supports the entire energy value chain, from monitoring and controls to market participation. The company’s suite of open, data-driven applications empowers renewable energy stakeholders to collaborate, automate critical workflows, and make more informed decisions to maximize asset returns. Energy stakeholders receive end-to-end support, including solutions for SCADA & PPC, centralized monitoring, performance management, commercial asset management, and field service management.

With deep domain expertise, AI-powered insights are delivered at scale so businesses can optimize assets, unlock growth, and make smarter decisions as the world rapidly transitions to clean energy. Power Factors fights climate change with code.
Learn more at powerfactors.com.

* Outside China and India

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are now looking for a Manager, Technical to complete our dynamic global team (projects covering region: Spain, Portugal, rest of west Europe, and Latin America). As a part of the Implementation Services team, your mission is to deliver a premium end-to-end integration experience to our customers. We are responsible for implementing new renewable assets, such as wind or solar sites, onto our Platform. We also take care of the operational environment for the implementation process and data ingestion infrastructure.

We are made up of hard-working, fun-loving people who are passionate about making the world better. We are a very international team spread across multiple locations, with a team spirit that is truly hard to beat! We work with agile methodologies such as Kanban and Scrum.

As a Technical Manager, you will face a variety of tasks related to the integration and implementation of renewable energy assets and their data into the Platforms. Typical implementation-activities involve interacting with our lovely customers to gather all information needed, setting up connectivity between the renewable energy site’s SCADA system and interact with the Implementation Engineers who configures the assets and their data signals in our Platform.

It goes without saying that in this role you’ll get to know the renewable energy industry and are able to develop your skills further through internal and external learning events.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process questions related to problem-solving or new requirements
• Analyze new requirements and elevate them to internal teams for implementation
• Design the flow for new control applications
• Develop application studies for new monitoring installations
• Commission of automation equipment
• Supervise and deliver projects for buildings and telecom infrastructures using Unity Platform
• Provide remote troubleshooting help to on-site engineers

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

We are looking for a team member that is proactive and communicative and enjoys being a part of a tight-knit team. You feel comfortable assisting customers in understanding technical integration and networking details and thrive in an environment where you need to find creative solutions to challenging problems in a fast-changing context. This means that you are efficient at managing multiple projects and portfolios of varying complexities and a driven by continuous learning and growth.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

• 2 years experience as SCADA Engineer
• Good knowledge of digital, analog signals and wiring
• Knowledge of principle of operation of RES (Solar, Wind, Storage or Hybrid sites)
• Experience with Industrial protocols (MODBUS, DNP3, OPC, etc)
• Experience with PLCs
• Basic knowledge of Local Networks
• Experience with SCADA applications
• Experience with Linux OS, use of terminal and shell
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• MS/BS in Electrical or Automations Engineering
  

Overall, we need fierce but humble people to help us achieve our ambitious plan. Join us to fight climate change with code!

LIFE @ POWER FACTORS

We are an agile software development company – big enough to make an impact, but small enough to move quickly and execute in a growing industry.We are a team of bold and ingenious talents driven by results.We are passionate about making the world a better place. We seek fierce and humble people to help us achieve our ambitious plan.

WHY JOIN US

By joining the Power Factors team, you’ll be part of a dynamic group of innovative and driven individuals dedicated to making a positive impact. Every day, your work will directly contribute to advancing clean energy solutions and supporting global sustainability initiatives. Our culture runs deep and shows up in how we work together - committed, conscientious and collaborative. With many opportunities for professional growth, Power Factors is here to support your development as we lead the charge in transforming the energy industry.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Power Factors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to engaging a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.