Senior SCADA Engineer

## Senior SCADA Engineer Apply locations:
Dallas, TXtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 4 Days Agotime left to apply:
End Date:
August 24, 2026 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition :
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E (Leeward Renewable Energy) is forging an American energy future with integrity, innovation, and positive impact. Born in Texas in 2003, we own and operate over 30 utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects in local communities across the United States, totaling 4 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity.  LRE continues to help meet increased U.S. energy demand through our robust pipeline of new projects every year.

Domestic jobs and manufacturing are fundamental to our full-lifecycle approach to projects, along with a long-term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the natural environment.
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* Job Summary:

** The Senior SCADA Engineer (P4) will be responsible for utility-scale solar, wind and storage power plant instrumentation, SCADA and controls design, specifications, installation, and commissioning support. Engineering experience with SCADA and control systems design required. Field experience in testing/commissioning and/or telecommunications is a plus.

This position reports to Operation Technology Department. The goals of this position are to support operation and development of plant SCADA, ensure current projects in construction and operation meet technical and business requirements while maintaining our long-term ownership focus.
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* Essential Functions:

*** Work with plant operations and IT team to develop/maintain SCADA specifications for solar, wind, and energy storage plants
* Ensure
** 24/7 reliability and availability
** of SCADA systems across power plant and grid-interconnected assets.
* Perform
** troubleshooting and root cause analysis
** of SCADA, network, and control system issues.
* Design, develop, and maintain
** Ignition (Inductive Automation) applications**, including:  + HMI/SCADA screens (Vision / Perspective modules)  + Alarm management system (ISA-18.2 compliant where applicable)  + Data historians and reporting dashboards
* Develop and maintain
** tag structures, UDTs, and scripting (Python/Jython)
** in Ignition.  + Integrate Ignition with:  + PLCs (Allen-Bradley, RTAC)  + Power Plant Controllers (PPC)  + External systems (EMS, DCS, ISO interfaces, APIs)
* Lead the
** design, configuration, and development of PPC systems
** for grid-connected plants.
* Implement control strategies including:  + Active power (MW) control  + Reactive power (VAR) / voltage control  + Power factor control  + Ramp rate control and curtailment
* Ensure compliance with
** grid codes and interconnection requirements** (ISO/ERCOT, NERC, etc.).
* Integrate PPC with:  + SCADA (Ignition)  + Inverters, turbines, BESS, or generation assets  + Utility or ISO control signals
* Perform
** model validation, tuning, and testing
** of PPC algorithms.
* Support commissioning activities including:  + Functional testing  + Site acceptance tests (SAT)  + Grid compliance verification
* Coordinate with:  + EPC contractors  + OEM vendors (inverters, PPC providers)  + Utility/interconnection teams
* Manage
** project timelines, deliverables, and technical risks**.
* Ensure systems meet:  +
** NERC CIP** (if applicable)  +
** ERCOT / ISO requirements**  + IEEE and IEC standards for power system controls
* Maintain documentation for audits and regulatory compliance.
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* Qualifications:

*** 4-Year Bachelors Engineering Degree
* Minimum 5 years of relevant technical experience; renewable power generation preferred.
* Excellent communication skills, including ability to clearly communicate ideas to non-engineers.
* Ability to remain focused and reliable in completing tasks and meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.
* Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and manage technical projects, including interaction with outside vendors.
* Experience with Power Plant Control Design and Tune up.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize work, as necessary.
* Experience with utility-scale solar and storage SCADA system design
* Experience with utility-scale solar plant…