Staff Engineer, SCADA Engineering

Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

This role is on the Invenergy Construction team and is a key driver of how our wind, solar, and battery storage projects come to life. You will lead the end-to-end delivery of supervisory control & data acquisition (SCADA) and communications infrastructure, partnering with diverse stakeholders to shape conceptual designs, translate them into detailed designs, and drive procurement, commissioning, acceptance testing, and turnover.

Your work will integrate and secure the SCADA/OT/IT ecosystem, including RTUs, controllers, energy management systems, network switches, firewalls, annunciators, and HMIs, ensuring every project starts up safely, reliably, and ready to perform from day one.

• Lead safe, compliant commissioning and startup of SCADA and communications systems for wind, solar, and battery projects. Bring systems online, validate performance through acceptance testing, and deliver a clean turnover to Operations.
• Build and secure the communications network that runs the plant: IP plans, protocols, physical network interfaces, and firewall rules across SCADA/OT/IT equipment.
• Partner with major stakeholders (plant controller OEMs, transmission operators, generator owners/operators) to configure controls and data paths to meet operational and grid requirements.
• Own the energization and commissioning execution plan, define scope, sequence, readiness gates, and risk mitigations while maintaining NERC and project requirements.
• Support field execution through remote monitoring and on-site inspections. Troubleshoot construction issues and provide hands-on programming support during commissioning.
• Drive project delivery discipline by tracking design and construction schedules, surfacing risks early, communicating status, and ensuring critical milestones are met on time.
• Ensure connectivity and operations readiness by required milestone dates.
• Maintain system specifications and configurations for SCADA, power plant controllers, RTUs, and IT/OT equipment to improve reliable operation and maintenance.
• Oversee delivery of clean, complete as-built turnover packages (schematics, bills of materials, configuration/programming settings) to Operations for long-term maintenance and reliability.
• Support technical due diligence with independent engineers and project partners by providing accurate, technical input and evidence.
• Stay current on technology and best practices through training, conferences, and continuous learning.
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership to support team priorities and business needs.

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related degree; or expected graduation in Summer 2026 with BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related degree
• Knowledge of SCADA systems acquired through 0 to 3 years of relevant work experience
• Familiarity with various industrial communication protocols such as OPC, DNP3, Modbus and/or EGD
• Ability to coordinate and manage multiple concurrent projects
• Considerable knowledge in computer and server operation
• Strong project management skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future
• Valid driver's license required
• Up to 25% travel required

• Knowledge of both the physical and software aspects of networking equipment that connect generation assets
• Knowledge and programming of SCADA, HMI, PLC platforms
• Prior installation,…