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Clearway Energy

Develops and operates utility-scale solar, wind

Director, Controls and SCADA Engineering

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Full-timeScottsdale, AZ, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or control systems engineering is required.
  • At least 12 years of progressive experience in controls engineering, SCADA, industrial automation, power generation, or related engineering disciplines is required.
  • At least 5 years of leadership experience managing engineering teams, technical functions, major projects, or multidisciplinary engineering resources is required.
  • Demonstrated experience with utility-scale renewable energy generation, including solar photovoltaic, wind, and battery energy storage systems, is required.
  • Experience supporting both new-build projects and operating assets—including design, integration, commissioning, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management—is required.
  • A proven track record delivering complex control system integrations involving multiple original equipment manufacturers, plant controllers, SCADA platforms, communications networks, and grid interfaces is required.
  • Experience managing engineering contractors, equipment vendors, system integrators, budgets, schedules, and technical risks is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead root-cause investigations and implement fleet-wide engineering improvements is required.
  • Knowledge of utility-scale solar photovoltaic plant controls, inverter integration, and SCADA systems is required.
  • Knowledge of wind turbine control systems, turbine SCADA, original equipment manufacturer interfaces, and plant-level coordination is required.
  • Knowledge of battery energy storage system controls and integration, including power conversion systems, battery management systems, energy management systems, safety interfaces, and coordinated plant operation, is required.
  • Knowledge of power plant controllers, programmable logic controllers, remote terminal units, SCADA platforms, industrial communications, and control system networking is required.
  • Knowledge of active and reactive power control, voltage regulation, frequency response, ramp-rate control, curtailment, dispatch, and grid-support functions is required.
  • Knowledge of communications protocols and interfaces such as Modbus TCP/RTU, DNP3, IEC 61850, OPC UA, and relevant utility telemetry protocols is required.
  • Knowledge of operational technology network architecture, industrial cybersecurity, remote access, redundancy, historian systems, and data integration is required.
  • Experience with engineering design reviews, factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, commissioning, functional testing, troubleshooting, and configuration management is required.
  • Ability to interpret NERC, ERCOT, WECC, PJM, and CAISO regulations, applicable interconnection requirements, grid codes, and industry standards is required.
  • Knowledge of network security protocols and cybersecurity standards is required.
  • Experience with SEL RTAC / IEC 61131 Logic Engine or comparable substation control devices is required.
  • Experience with software change-management best practices is required.
  • Knowledge of current industry trends is required.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement controls and SCADA strategy for the development pipeline and operating fleet, including wind, solar, and battery energy storage facilities; develop and implement plant controls and SCADA design and performance standards.
  • Lead development of controls strategy for facilities with multiple generation resources serving data centers behind a common point of interconnection, including possible islanded operation and balancing for net-zero megawatts at the point of interconnection.
  • Manage a group of Controls and SCADA engineers responsible for developing project-specific scopes, reviewing contractor- and integrator-provided designs, commissioning, troubleshooting, and final completion for new-build and retrofit projects; manage team assignments, tracking, and reporting.
  • Define and implement a development and training program for Controls and SCADA engineers.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert for controls and SCADA systems and their data interfaces, including Bazefield, EMS, GMS, and third-party systems.
  • Coordinate Controls and SCADA activities across Development, Project Engineering, Commissioning, Construction, Plant Operations, and the Remote Monitoring Center for new and operating plants.
  • Design and write requirements for plant controller upgrades on operating wind, solar, and battery storage systems to meet local compliance requirements and optimize energy capture and site usability.
  • Lead troubleshooting, analysis, and plant controls upgrades at operating sites and sites under commissioning.
  • Manage a configuration database and change-management program for control software and firmware.
  • Manage a configuration database and change management for relay and protection settings, software, and firmware in partnership with electrical engineers.
  • Develop and support remote troubleshooting practices and maintenance activities.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for original equipment manufacturer software revisions and upgrades; review proposed modifications for their impact on the site and interconnected systems, and track revisions and upgrades to ensure completion and fleet-wide application where applicable.
  • Strengthen local Operations and Maintenance troubleshooting and on-site support capability through training and manuals.
  • Research and recommend technology improvements with positive business cases for the operating fleet.
  • Lead lessons learned to prevent recurrence of known controls and SCADA issues.
  • Support process improvement in the Engineering Department’s best practices and standards.
  • Support the Electrical Regulatory and Compliance team through controls testing and model verification.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of electrical substations and relay systems is preferred.

About the Company

Clearway Energy

Develops and operates utility-scale solar, wind

Clearway Energy Group develops and operates renewable energy projects across the United States, including utility-scale solar and wind farms and community solar programs. It owns, develops, and runs solar and wind facilities, selling the electricity they generate to utilities and other large energy customers through long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs). This provides steady revenue and helps customers transition to clean energy. The company also has a controlling interest in Clearway Energy, Inc., acting as a sponsor that develops projects and provides administrative support. Compared with many competitors, Clearway Energy Group emphasizes owning and operating a large portfolio of projects (over 350) and carefully selecting EPC partners to ensure safety and performance. Its goal is to deliver clean, reliable, and affordable energy while advancing the energy transition for utilities, corporations, and communities.

Company size
501-1,000
Company stage
N/A
Total funding
$1.2B
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Founded
2018

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