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Senior SCADA Engineer - Battery Storage

PlusPower
Posted April 25, 2025

Location not specified

Energy Storage

$150,000 - $150,000

Full Time

Job Description

The Senior SCADA Programmer at Plus Power will design, develop, implement, and maintain advanced energy management and control systems for utility-scale standalone energy storage projects, ensuring reliable operation and integration with various control systems and equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain Ignition based SCADA system and associated platforms
  • HMI programming and data integration with internal and external applications
  • Integrate SCADA system with PLCs, RTUs, and other related equipment
  • Assist in the development, configuration, and maintenance of PLCs for energy storage plants
  • Assist with the development, configuration, and maintenance of Remote Terminal Units (RTUs)
  • Support day-to-day plant SCADA and controls related tasks to ensure network reliability
  • Maintain detailed documentation of development processes, system configurations, and modifications
  • Provide technical support and analyze complex operational technology control system problems

Requirements

  • Minimum BA/BS in related field; electrical engineering degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years related industry experience; experience with renewable energy industry highly preferred.
  • Knowledge and experience with battery energy storage systems use cases including primary frequency response (PFR), fast frequency response (FFR), and black start.
  • Demonstrated expertise in designing and maintaining plant control systems using industry standard SCADA and PLC platforms.
  • Understanding of data logging requirements and various historian platforms.
  • Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition.
  • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols DNP3.0, Modbus, OPC-UA, MQTT, SNMP.
  • Programming language experience in Python, IEC 61131-3, C, C++, and C#.
  • Experience in server deployment and management in AWS.
  • Strong understanding of cyber-security best practices including IT/OT standards.
  • Knowledge of NERC CIP and NIST procedures.
  • Ability to explain complex technical analysis in a simplified manner to the internal management team and/or external parties.
  • Demonstrated ability to work well in a cross-functional environment with both technical and non-technical team members.
  • Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.

Benefits

  • Highly competitive total compensation
  • Expected salary range begins at 150,000
  • Flexible work from home or hybrid work options
  • Eligible to participate in annual bonus program

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