Position: SCADA Systems Engineer 3 [Hybrid]
EDF Renewable Energy is seeking a SCADA Systems Engineer 3 for a hybrid role in San Diego, CA. The position involves developing engineering studies and design documents for the company's SCADA systems used in electric grid monitoring and control. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields, with at least five years of relevant experience. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage engineering projects.
Scope
of Position
EDF Renewables North America is a market‑leading independent power producer and service provider with over 35 years of experience. We deliver grid‑scale power (wind, solar photovoltaic, and storage projects); distribution‑scale power (solar and storage); asset optimization: technical, operational, and commercial expertise to maximize the performance of generating projects, and onsite solutions, through the Company’s Power Flex affiliate, offering a full suite of onsite energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers: solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems, and microgrids.
Develop engineering studies, plans, specifications, calculations, evaluations, design documents, and performance assessments associated with the planning, design, licensing, construction, operation, and maintenance of the company SCADA system used for electric grid monitoring, protection and control.
Responsibilities
- Develop engineering studies, plans, specifications, calculations, evaluations, design documents, and performance assessments.
- Design SCADA portion of substation projects including modifications to RTU configurations and point list implementation in the Monarch EMS/SCADA system.
- Design, develop, modify, and evaluate systems, processes, or facilities to support company objectives, utilizing engineering methods.
- Work with dispatch systems support to ensure the remote data requirements are incorporated into the EDFR Monarch EMS/SCADA system.
- Determine methods and techniques for obtaining results.
- Recommend alternative engineering solutions to management to meet business needs.
- Deliver on commitments and manage outside engineering services to accomplish assigned work.
- Maintain project timeliness and budgets.
- Analyze and design engineering methods.
- Other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions
90% of time is spent in the office environment, utilizing computers (frequent use of various Microsoft software/programs), phones, and general office equipment. 10% of time is spent outside of the office visiting vendors and/or internal customers’ sites in addition to attending various conferences and meetings.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; or equivalent work experience. Four years of additional directly related, progressive, technical work experience can be equated to a Bachelor’s degree.
- A minimum of five years of directly related experience in engineering related field.
- Applied knowledge of electric grid energy management systems or similar for the purpose of configuring and engineering SCADA systems used for electric grid monitoring, protection, and control.
- Knowledge and application of principles in area of SCADA engineering.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills involving the ability to work cross‑functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and recommendations.
- Ability to perform effectively in high‑pressure situations while maintaining focus and calmness.
- Ability to provide timely assessments with limited information and/or assumptions.
- Proficient with the use of personal computers and automated tools.
Preferences
- Engineering experience specific to industrial power systems or electric utility power systems.
- Experience with RTU (Remote Terminal Unit), IED (Intelligent Electronic Device) and PLC technologies.
- Experience with IEC‑61850/IEC‑61400.
- Experience with Linux and Python coding.
- Working knowledge of Modbus and Ethernet.
- Fundamental understanding of fiber transport and microwave/wireless system technologies.
- Understanding of Company’s business, and relevant policies, procedures, and practices.
- Knowledge of applicable federal, state, local laws, regulations and the National Electric Codes.
Salary and Benefits
This role’s annual base salary range is between $102,500 and $171,000.
In addition, EDF Renewables offers best‑in‑class employment incentives, including:
- Competitive Bonus incentives:
This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
Health Benefits:
EDF Renewables USA provides low‑cost health & wellness premium coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Rewarding 401k Package: EDF Renewables provides a generous contribution with immediate vesting.
We are also proud to offer:
- Favorable time off programs, including paid parental leave.
- Rewarding Learning & Deve