Job Description

RRC is a top-tier designer of utility-scale wind, solar, and BESS projects in the US and select international markets. We are uniquely positioned among U.S.-based engineering firms to offer the full scope of engineering services: project development, geotechnical, civil, structural, electrical, and SCADA engineering, as well as land surveying, field services, and construction material testing. At RRC, we care. We care about our work, we care about our people, we care about our clients, and we care about the future of energy. We care about our employee’s happiness and development. Here, our people are empowered and encouraged to create a lasting impact on their industry. We care about producing quality work that creates solutions and exceeds expectations. We are dedicated to client satisfaction. We go above and beyond because we care. If you’re looking for a workplace filled with genuine individuals that also care, you’re in the right spot. Join us. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including: • Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance • Health, dental, and vision insurance • 401k matching • Bonus eligibility • Tuition reimbursement for approved education pursuits

The Role

RRC is looking for a Jr. SCADA engineer responsible for SCADA and Control engineering design, deployment, and commissioning on renewable energy power plants. Engineering experience with power and control systems, data acquisition and telecommunications a plus. Field experience in testing/commissioning and/or telecommunications is a plus.

Must understand & personify RRCs Core Beliefs

• Client Satisfaction understands the goal of always exceeding our clients expectation
• Employee Happiness able to work well with others. communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment and mediate conflicts between team members.
• Quality Work - Ability to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Above and Beyond - Versatility, flexibility, ability to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative and a willingness to go out of your way to assist others.

Specific duties:

• Working with SCADA team lead on wind, battery, solar and PV + Storage power systems during the design, development, implementation, and commissioning phases of projects.
• Design and deploy wind energy, solar, and battery storage SCADA systems.
• Work with SCADA lead and clients to ensure requirements and expectations are clear.
• Coordinate project site TELCO installation (if required), scheduling and manage schedules and owners expectation.
• Deploy SCADA solutions according to timelines. Troubleshoot problems until site requirements are met.
• Working with Sr. SCADA engineer on programing substation RTAC units, and communication hardware using standard SCADA protocols.
• Work closely with the RRC SCADA team and project engineer to warranty a quality system is installed and tested to design specifications.
• Ensure that SCADA systems have been installed per project requirements and tested to meet QSE, CAISO, Utility, and regional reliability council requirements.
• Responsible to ensure SAFETY requirements are met.

Ideal Profile

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Experience with SCADA software programming, SCADA historians, MS SQL servers.
• Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition 7.x or 8.x software a plus.
• Experience with communication protocols for base-level devices: Modbus, Modbus TCP, OPC, DNP3, SELFast, IEC 61850, ICCP etc (a plus).
• Experience with automation control systems: RTAC programming, Rockwell PLC and Control Logix programming (a plus)
• Experience with automation device integration
• Experience with complete SCADA system project life cycles (a plus)
• Experience with Power Utility scale SCADA system development and design (a plus)
• Experience with FAT and SAT testing and documentation
• Working knowledge of Utility Meters, Substation RTAC, Protection Relays (a plus)
• Knowledge of Managed switches, Hirschmans, MOXA, Ciscoetc. (a plus)
• Knowledge of Power Plant Networking, Security and Firewalls (a plus)

Qualifications:

• BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Science Engineering
• One or more years of proven utility or industrial SCADA experience.
• Working knowledge of the renewable energy industry and projects a plus.
• Familiarity with and able to stay current on SCADA regulations and standards.
• Travel 25%

What's on Offer?

• Work in a company with a solid track record of performance
• Fantastic work culture
• Opportunity to make a positive impact

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