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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 is required. Field experience in testing/commissioning and/or telecommunications is a plus.

This position reports to the Operation Technology Department. The goals of this position are to support the 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.

• 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), and 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, and utility or ISO control signals.
• Perform model validation, tuning, and testing of PPC algorithms.
• Support commissioning activities including functional testing, site acceptance tests (SAT), and grid compliance verification.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors, OEM vendors (inverters, PPC providers), and 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.

• 4‑Year Bachelor’s Engineering Degree.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant technical experience; renewable power generation preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, able 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 tuning.
• 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 instrumentation specifications.
• Experience with BESS EMS system.
• Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition software.
• Experience with communication protocols for base‑level devices: Modbus, Modbus TCP, OPC, DNP3, etc.
• Experience with FAT and SAT testing and documentation.
• Working knowledge of Utility Meters, Substation RTAC, Protection Relays.
• Knowledge of NERC CIP requirements.
• Knowledge of Power Plant Networking, Security and Firewalls.

• Ignition SCADA (Perspective, Vision, Gateway scripting)
• PLC Programming (Allen‑Bradley, SEL RTAC, etc.)
• Power system controls & grid compliance
• Communication protocols (DNP3, Modbus, OPC UA)
• Python/Jython scripting
• Networking (Firewalls, VLANs, VPNs)
• Database systems (SQL Server, PostgreSQL)

This is an in‑office role, requiring on‑site presence in our office at least three days per week with hybrid flexibility of working remotely two days per week, subject to manager and policy approval. Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Leeward Management Services, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.