Senior Engineer
Deriva Energy
Senior SCADA Engineer designing & supporting SCADA systems for renewable projects
23 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Charlotte, NC
Hybrid
Company Size
271 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Technical Services
Design
Sector Specialisms
Solar
Wind
Energy Storage
Renewable Energy
Clean Energy
Grid-Scale Solar
Grid-Scale Wind
Greenfield Development
Role
What you would be doing
scada troubleshooting
control systems
device configuration
scada integration
data interfaces
automation programming
- Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally
- Troubleshoot all sites and central monitoring SCADA issues, emphasizing rapid restoration of service
- Document the resolutions of technical problems with sufficient detail and clarity
- Design, deploy, and test control systems for newly constructed sites, ensuring compliance with interconnection and NERC requirements
- Configure controllers, protection relays, and network switches for deployment
- Integrate new instrumentation into existing SCADA systems.
- Manage and support in house and Vendor SCADA overlay with vendor assistance
- Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches related to defined problems and analysis of increasing scope and complexity
- Design data interfaces involving software products, generator control systems, SCADA systems, and discrete devices such as RTUs and data historians using various protocols.
- Manage and Support GE EMS SCADA overlay with vendor assistance
- Program and commission automation equipment to control and support automatic transfer schemes, grid control (e.g. voltage, frequency support), and site control
- Contribute to the design, architectural, network, and infrastructure requirements for SCADA systems
- Design, commission, maintain, troubleshoot, and integrate numerous SCADA systems
- Supports the SCADA 24/7 Emergency & Ticketing on call system – Monthly Team rotation
- Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems of increasing scope and complexity in both inside as well as outside the scope of typical responsibility
- Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities; decisions may affect the operations or results of the work group and may have some impact on major projects or department results
What you bring
electrical engineering
scada
professional engineer
project management
utility experience
6+ years
- Hybrid role based in Charlotte, NC, employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to the designated office location.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Experience in the utility industry
- Retrofit aging SCADA systems with more robust, standardized solutions
- Travel Requirements 15-25%
- Proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations,
- Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files
- Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills
- Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
- Proficient in principles of project management
- Possesses and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures; proficient in technical and analytical competencies necessary to handle assignments of increasing complexity
- Proficient in engineering theories and principles
- Conducts engineering and related studies; completes non-routine engineering projects with minimal oversight with the ability to independently manage project schedules and interfaces; competent to design, operate and maintain systems with moderate impact on existing systems
- In addition to required degree, 6 plus years related work experience
- A master's degree in engineering will be accepted in lieu of a bachelor's degree of engineering.
- In addition to desired degree, 3 plus years related work experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
- Employee assistance program
- Parental leave
- Dental Insurance
- 401(k) with matching
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Health Insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Vision Insurance
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Visa Sponsorship- applicants must be authorized to work for any u.s. employer; no visa sponsorship is provided.
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Company
Overview
5,900 MW
Clean Energy Assets
Deriva Energy operates a significant portfolio of renewable energy assets across the United States.
50–500 MW
Utility-Scale Projects
The company develops and manages large-scale renewable energy projects ranging in capacity.
10.5 GW
Global Clean Energy Framework
Deriva Energy contributes to Brookfield’s ambitious global project to power major tech companies with clean energy.
- Born in 2023 when Brookfield acquired and rebranded Duke Energy’s renewables arm, Deriva Energy emerged as a fresh‑faced champion in clean power.
- Its roots trace to 2007, growing from early-stage wind farms to grid‑scale projects spanning 16 states.
- Today it steers greenfield development, acquisitions, and 24/7 operations & maintenance for utility-scale renewables.
- Typical ventures include wind, solar, and storage sites like Spanish Peaks Solar and Wildflower Solar.
- Its reach spans innovative structures: off‑site renewables, VPPAs, financing deals and REC arrangements.
- Collaboration and teamwork.
- Innovation and problem-solving.
- Integrity and transparency.
- Commitment to safety and quality.
- Accountability and responsibility.
- Sustainability and long-term vision.
Net Zero by 2050
Carbon Neutrality Goal
Target year for achieving net zero emissions across all operations.
- Investing in renewable energy sources and clean technology.
- Focus on reducing carbon footprint across all operations.
- Regular environmental impact assessments and reporting.
- Commitment to circular economy principles in production.
50% by 2025
Gender Representation Target
The company aims to achieve 50% gender representation in leadership roles by 2025 as part of its commitment to gender balance and equality.
- Gender balance initiatives across all levels.
- Implementing inclusive recruitment practices.
- Regular training on unconscious bias and inclusive leadership.
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