Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company, as it refers to 'our client' rather than directly naming the company hiring.
Job overview
The Snr SCADA Engineer role involves supervising and validating the design and integration of control systems for utility-scale renewable energy projects, impacting the operation and development of solar and wind plants.
Responsibilities and impact
The engineer will supervise instrumentation and control system design, ensure compliance with company and third-party requirements, support engineering studies, validate SCADA designs, collaborate with operations teams, support renewables business processes, recommend engineering solutions, enforce safety and quality standards, and represent the company in regulatory procedures.
Experience and skills
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the USA, hold a Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or similar, have 5+ years in Instrumentation and Control System Engineering, with preferred experience in electric grid energy management systems and multiple renewable technologies, and knowledge of IEEE, ISA, ANSI, and IEC standards.
Company information
The client is a global utility-scale independent power producer with 2GW in operation and a leading project pipeline in solar and wind energy.
Job location and travel
This is a remote position focused on utility-scale photovoltaic and wind renewable energy projects.
Unique job features
The role involves working on large-scale renewable energy projects with significant financial backing and industry-leading pipelines, offering exposure to multiple renewable technologies and complex control systems.
Company overview
Viridan Group is a leading renewable energy company specializing in the development, construction, and operation of wind and solar energy projects. They generate revenue by selling the electricity produced from their renewable energy installations to utility companies and through power purchase agreements with commercial and industrial clients. Founded in 2005, Viridan Group has a significant presence in North America and Europe, and they are known for their commitment to sustainability and innovation in clean energy technologies. Their mission is to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy by providing reliable and affordable renewable energy solutions.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your expertise in SCADA system design, instrumentation, and control systems within utility-scale solar and wind projects, highlighting your ability to supervise and validate complex control architectures.
Showcase your experience working with EPC contractors, ensuring compliance with company and third-party requirements such as investors, owner’s engineers, off-takers, and utilities, especially in SCADA and communications schemes.
Highlight your knowledge of electric grid energy management systems and your capability to configure RTU and EMS/SCADA systems to meet operational and remote monitoring needs aligned with company standards.
Apply through Viridan Group’s corporate website, LinkedIn, and other job boards to maximize your application reach and visibility for this senior engineering role.
Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Viridan Group’s renewables or engineering divisions; initiate conversations by referencing recent renewable energy projects Viridan Group has undertaken or by asking about advancements in their SCADA integration processes.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating key terms from the job description such as 'SCADA system design,' 'instrumentation and control,' 'EMS/SCADA,' 'renewable energy,' 'electric grid energy management,' and relevant standards like IEEE and IEC to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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