TX ARCC Operations Engineer 1

ACT Power Services

Raleigh (NC)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401k with employer match

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA

HSA

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Parental Leave

Paid holidays

EAP

Life insurance

Advancement opportunities

Training & development

Pet insurance

Job summary

ACT Power Services in Morrisville, NC, is seeking a Control Center Operator/Engineer to monitor and control a diverse fleet of solar and storage facilities. You will perform real-time monitoring, remote investigations, performance analysis, and provide technical support to field technicians and operators.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s in engineering or a related field (an Associate degree with training may be considered).

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s in engineering, technology or physics, or an associate with relevant training.
Working knowledge of electrical systems and PV technology.
Experience monitoring, troubleshooting, and/or operating in power facilities.
Familiarity with SCADA/DAS, CMMS, and network communications.
Ability to read electrical and mechanical diagrams.

Responsibilities

Develop procedures and tools for efficient operation of solar and storage facilities.
Monitor performance of systems in real time and via remote DAS/SCADA.
Respond to alarms and abnormal conditions with remote actions or escalation.
Act as central contact for plant managers, operators, utilities, and clients.
Prepare site performance reports for stakeholders.
Conduct root-cause analysis and recommend improvements.

Skills

Electrical systems

PV technology

Network monitoring

Diagnostics

Read diagrams

MS Office

CMMS

NERC cert

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/tech/physics

Master's degree in engineering/tech/physics

Associate degree with training/certifications

Tools

SCADA

DAS

Job description

Job Location:

Morrisville, NC 27560

Job Type:

Full-time

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Schedule:

12 hour shift
Day shift
Holidays
Night shift
On call
Overtime
Weekends as needed

ACT Power Services was created to provide industry leading services for our clients. As an independent service provider for solar and storage technologies, we avoid conflicts of interest and maintain a complete focus on our clients’ needs. We have taken a no-frills approach to developing our organization to ensure our clients are only paying for services that add value. ACT then leverages a world-class team, state of the art technology, and best-in-class operating practices to ensure every facility is operated in a manner that maximizes production, preserves compliance, and ensures the safety of our personnel and communities. Our vision is to reshape the industry’s benchmark for renewable operations and create the next generation of O&M provider.

The ACT Renewables Control Center (The ARCC) is our organization's central nervous system and is responsible for back office technical support, remote operations, and process administration. The Control Center Operator/Engineer will perform monitoring and control, remote investigations, performance analysis, and provide technical support to our field technicians and operators. This is a critical position in our organization and will interface with a wide variety of stakeholders both within and external to the organization. This will also be an opportunity to get involved on the ground floor of our organization and help us shape everything from our policies to our corporate culture.

Responsibilities

Develop procedures and tools necessary for the efficient operation of a diverse fleet of solar and storage facilities
Both real-time and long-term monitoring the operation and performance of solar and/or storage projects through remote DAS and SCADA systems.
Respond to system alarms and abnormal facility conditions by taking remote actions or alerting responsible parties
Provide a central point of contact and support for plant managers, field operators, utilities, and external clients regarding performance, control, and maintenance schedules.
Site performance reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
Root cause analysis and performance improvement recommendations of underperforming systems.

Requirements

Bachelors or Masters in technical field of study such as engineering, technology, or physics. An Associate degree with professional training or certifications may be considered in lieu of a four-year degree.
Working knowledge of science and theory of electrical systems
Experience monitoring, troubleshooting, and/or operation in a power generation facility or other industrial facilities
Experience with electrical maintenance, including PV technology, DC systems, AC systems, and network communications and monitoring.
Experience with Distribution and Transmission System Operations preferably NERC System Operator Certified or equivalent.
Diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct a broad range of network or system issues
Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical diagrams
Proficiency with MS Office suite
Experience working with a computerized maintenance management and scheduling system
Employees must be able to maintain unescorted access to NERC regulated facilities
Control Center personnel must complete all ACT provided training requirements necessary for the safe and compliant remote operation of solar and storage facilities
Work is to be primarily performed in an office environment. However, all personnel are expected to occasionally perform site visits for training and technical support.
After initial training, this position will require a rotating shift schedule, as well as on-call periods, and candidate is expected to be available holidays/weekends as required.

Benefits