The SCADA Engineer will lead projects on Ignition SCADA, enhance existing capabilities, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate on system upgrades and integrations.
About the role: Eagle Creek Renewable Energy owns and/or operates 85 hydroelectric facilities throughout the United States and is currently seeking SCADA engineering candidates to join a growing, nimble, and diverse team of mechanical and electrical engineers. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to perform a broad range of work tasks with guidance and support from other engineering and management staff. A representative cross section of anticipated responsibilities is presented below.
Why Eagle Creek?
Why Eagle Creek?
- A comprehensive benefits plan: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Commuter benefits, Voluntary Life, 401(k) Match.
- Eleven paid holidays per year, plus a competitive PTO schedule and time off to volunteer or give back to your community.
- Access to a company-funded Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee discounts through ADP LifeMart.
- Tuition Reimbursement as well as access to trainings & mentors for Career Progression and Personal Development.
- Lead the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of the Company’s Ignition SCADA system.
- Expand and enhance existing SCADA capabilities, including alarming, control, messaging, alert management, and data retention strategies.
- Troubleshoot SCADA system issues to root cause; collaborate with field operators to optimize existing equipment and processes.
- Analyze operational data to design and refine SCADA control strategies.
- Plan, oversee, and execute SCADA system upgrades and installations as needed.
- Integrate hydroelectric equipment into Ignition SCADA, including, but not limited to, generators, governors, exciters, breakers, switchgear, switchboards, motors, drives, controllers, smart relays, and sensors.
- Serve as the lead technical reviewer for SCADA-related design and scope documentation.
- Develop and maintain site-specific Ignition SCADA applications tailored to operational needs.
- Integrate Ignition SCADA with PLC systems from GE, Rockwell, Schneider, and Siemens.
- Design and implement SCADA architecture to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability.
- Prepare and manage Ignition SCADA development roadmaps and proposal priorities, with corresponding budget estimates.
- Proven ability to manage SCADA or automation projects independently.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Experience with automation systems including PLCs and HMIs, preferably Rockwell Automation products.
- Hands-on experience with Ignition SCADA system development and maintenance.
- Familiarity with Rockwell FactoryTalk SCADA environments.
- Willingness and aptitude to learn new control systems and platforms.
- Working knowledge of electrical safety standards and best practices.
- Experience diagnosing and resolving field issues related to control systems and operating equipment.
- Proficiency in interpreting electrical documentation: single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and block diagrams.
- Knowledge of industry standards such as IEC, NEC, IEEE, ISO, ANSI, NFPA, and ASTM.
- Hands-on experience with electrical panel construction, wiring, and installation.
- Understanding of control networks including DeviceNet, ControlNet, Ethernet/IP, and DNP3 protocols.
- Basic understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems is a plus.
Eagle Creek Hydro Operations, LLC is an equal opportunity employer
Top Skills
Controlnet
Devicenet
Dnp3
Ethernet/Ip
Ge
Hmis
Ignition Scada
Plcs
Rockwell
Rockwell Automation Products
Schneider
Siemens
Eagle Creek Renewable Energy Badin, North Carolina, USA Office
PO Box 575, 293 NC 740 Hwy, Badin, NC, United States, 28009
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