Scale Microgrids · 1 day ago
Senior SCADA Engineer
Location, WV
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expScale Microgrids is redefining resilience with advanced microgrids that adapt to today's energy challenges. They are seeking a Senior SCADA Engineer to lead the design and implementation of SCADA systems for power automation and control in data centers and microgrid projects.
Clean EnergyEnergyRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Serve as subject matter expert on SCADA systems within cross-functional engineering teams and in conversations with technical experts from customer organizations
Help establish and grow partnerships with, and supervise the work of, external firms that Scale hires to design, build, test, install, commission, and operate complex SCADA and Energy Management systems that incorporate redundant generation, energy storage, protection, and switching systems
Develop architectures for, create preliminary designs and outlines for, complex SCADA systems, including communications networking, Sequence of Operations, PLC and relay programming, and HMIs
Collaborate with power systems engineers and other technical experts to ensure SCADA architectures properly integrate specific generation and energy storage equipment, including renewable generation systems; ensure coordination between HV/MV/LV equipment; and ensure integration with remote monitoring platforms
Engineer and implement automation strategies to improve system resilience, uptime, and energy efficiency. Leverage SCADA for predictive maintenance, fault detection, and alarming
Partner with analytics teams to collect and analyze high-resolution operational data from SCADA systems. Support initiatives around load forecasting, fault response, and microgrid optimization using tools such as ETAP, PSCAD, or equivalent
Support commissioning of SCADA systems across multiple sites, including factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and field-level troubleshooting and validation
Work with project managers, electrical engineers, controls vendors, and clients to ensure alignment on system functionality, integration timelines, and operational performance
Review and approve control diagrams, network topologies, point lists, and operational procedures. Ensure adherence to cybersecurity best practices and industry standards, such as NERC CIP, in all designs and deployments
Stay informed on emerging SCADA technologies, industrial protocols (DNP3, CAN, IEC 61850, Modbus), and best practices in data center automation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical discipline; or equivalent practical experience in SCADA and control systems
3+ years of hands-on experience designing, deploying, and commissioning SCADA systems within data centers, microgrids, or other critical infrastructure environments
5+ years of experience working with industrial automation and control platforms (e.g., PLCs, RTUs, HMIs), SCADA configuration tools, and protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, SNMP, or IEC 61850
2+ years of experience managing internal engineers and/or external suppliers to develop or deliver part or all of SCADA systems for projects, including through commissioning
2+ years of experience presenting technical information to customers
Solid understanding of power systems fundamentals, including load flow, fault detection, protection schemes, and equipment interlocks as applied through SCADA systems
In-depth knowledge of data center electrical architecture, including UPS systems, generator backup, power distribution units (PDUs), and redundancy levels (N, N+1, 2N)
Experience designing or supporting AI or hyperscale data center SCADA systems, particularly with high-reliability and fault-tolerant design requirements
Familiarity with reliability assessments and system performance monitoring through SCADA data capture and analytics
Ability to review and produce SCADA system diagrams, control logic schematics, I/O lists, and network topologies
Strong knowledge of relevant industry codes and standards, including NEC 2020, IEEE, NFPA 70/70E, NERC CIP, and ISA/IEC standards for automation systems
Demonstrated understanding of cybersecurity practices in industrial control systems and SCADA network design
Effective communicator with the ability to interface across engineering, IT/OT teams, commissioning agents, and end users
Strong ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality control solutions in fast-paced and technically demanding environments
Preferred
Experience supporting or integrating renewable energy systems and energy storage within SCADA frameworks is strongly preferred
Preferred experience with power system modeling or simulation tools (e.g., ETAP, PSCAD) to support integration with SCADA monitoring and alarms
Benefits
Medical benefits
Paid vacation and holidays
401K matching
Company
Scale Microgrids
Scale Microgrids is a distributed clean energy and microgrid platform.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$950MKey Investors
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