IC&S Engineer - Generation

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring. Summary: The Industrial Controls and SCADA (IC&S) Engineer - Generation acts as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) and is responsible for creating and executing a Generation Controls engineering program (which includes HMI displays, Energy Management Systems, Top Level/Master Power Plant Controls (PPC), and other Distributed Control System (DCS) functions) for the generation controls side of utility scale renewable power plants throughout all phases of new construction projects. This role provides SME review and guidance to the Engineering Delivery and Project Execution teams for all Generation Controls functions including but not limited to Independent System Operator (ISO) and local utility grid requirements, grid compliance/Top Level control systems, substation SCADA integration, BESS generation control systems, PV generation control systems, Wind Turbine generation control systems, and any hybrid control systems required for projects with multiple generation assets. This position understands and clearly communicates the control requirements of ISOs, how they are associated with the Interconnection Agreements (IAs)/Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) of each project and explicitly highlight control requirements that need to be verified in SCADA Integrator’s solutions. This position interfaces heavily with the Development and Construction teams, as well as Clients and Subcontractors. Requirements: Serves as SME to provide Generation Controls expertise on wind, energy storage, and solar power systems. Oversees Generation Control system designs that include control narratives, HMI functionality, equipment BOMs, point lists, rack/enclosure elevations, power distribution diagrams, critical spares lists, software specifications, FAT procedures, construction work instructions, commissioning work instructions, SAT procedures, etc. to ensure technical requirements are met. Provides technical oversight of Generation Control consultants and subcontractors which includes leading IC&S meetings, tracking deliverables, facilitating/coordinating testing activities, reviewing and approving bill of materials, advising on budgets, and ensuring system completion. Develops quality assurance specifications that ensure a quality system is installed and tested to RES’s Generation Controls quality assurance specifications, and oversees quality assurance of Generation Controls systems during all phases of projects. Ensures Generation Controls system installation, configuration, integration, and inspections that confirm the Generation Controls system has been installed per RES requirements and tested to meet RES, client, QSE, Utility, NERC, and regional reliability council requirements. Executes quality assurance plan for Generation Control functions that ensure system safety, design reviews, factory acceptance tests (FAT), commissioning, site acceptance tests (SAT), and turnover plans are executed responsibly, reliably, and efficiently. Communicates and coordinates with RES internal teams, owners, subcontractors, site teams, and other key stakeholders to execute Generation Controls system activities and ensure project milestones are met. Creates deployment strategies for Generation Controls solutions according to timelines and budget. Maintains project and department documentation in RES documentation control software. Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled, or expected. Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Company Policies & Procedures. Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude. Provides strategic advice and optimized business processes related to Generation Controls systems to project execution teams and their supporting departments. Works with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction to identify and resolve Generation Controls problems or issues related to design information, schedule, material deliveries, change management, safety, and quality. Manages the business process associated with Generation Controls QAQC. Provides Generation Controls technical guidance and support to other Engineers, Project Execution teams, and other project stakeholders. Supports review and analysis of data and technical report preparation. Oversees, from a technical perspective, efforts to maintain Generation Controls project and department documentation. Works with the Engineering Delivery and Project Execution teams to provide progress and schedule updates related to Generation Controls activities. Ensures all Generation Controls quality assurance documentation for commissioning and testing activities are completed and turned over to the Project Execution team to be incorporated into the client j