Operational Technology Integration Engineer

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EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and currently operates in more than 25 markets. With eight offices and several sites, at EDP Renewables North America, we are experienced developers and operators of renewable energy. Our portfolio includes wind farms, solar parks, energy storage projects, and green hydrogen solutions throughout the continent. We are ranked among the top 5 in the U.S. in operational renewable energy capacity.
 

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do

Role Overview:

The Operational Technology (OT) Integration Engineer will be responsible for the design and integration of substation and plant control systems for renewable power plants under construction. You will also be responsible for the integration of the new project SCADAs into the Remote-Operations Control Center. This is a hybrid working position with three days in the office and two days remote.

Main responsibilities:

• Design and development of SCADA infrastructure for wind/solar/storage construction plants, including, but not limited to 
Contract review (TSA, LGIA, PPA)
Development/review of technical specifications, scope of work and configuration guidelines
Review and execute requirements from ISOs, utilities and off takers
Design and testing of substation SCADA equipment (relays, IEDs, HMI)
Development and testing of Automatic Generator Control (AGC) algorithms
Execute FAT, commissioning, and project takeover tests
• Ensure power plants are built and operated in compliance with cybersecurity and NERC CIP regulations
• Collect, or review, and turnover to Operations project SCADA deliverables and documentation such as signals lists, control narratives, communication diagrams, and software configuration 
• Enforce the use of technical specifications and design guidelines to ensure good workmanship
• Interface with and support internal organizations including the ROCC, Asset Operations, Market Operations, and Information Technology, Engineering and Construction
• Interface with and support external entities such as off takers/ISO/TSO, SCADA contractors, Turbine/PV/BESS suppliers

Employment type

Full-Time

Work site

Hybrid- three days in the office and two days remote - Houston, TX

What are we looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical/computer Engineering, computer science or any related field. Master’s degree is preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience working with SCADA/EMS system design, substation controls and implementation, SCADA telemetry troubleshooting.
• Experience with SCADA software platforms such as Ignition, AVEVA, Simatic, FactoryTalk, Cimplicity
• Experience with industrial protocols such as Modbus TCP/RTU, DNP3.0, IEC-60870-6/TASE.2, OPC-UA/DA/XML
• Experience configuring & troubleshooting SEL devices such as RTACs, IEDS, relays, meters
• Experience with networking architecture designs (routing, firewall settings, VLAN, NAT) and troubleshooting using protocol analyzers.
• Experience with project execution, tracking, and reporting.

Travel:

Up to 25%

Behavioral Requirements:

• 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.
• Ability to design and deliver presentations to a technical/non-technical audience
• Ability to be self-motivated and perform duties in a collaborative working environment
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Coaching and mentoring skills

Physical demands & working conditions:

• Sitting/Standing/Flexibility : Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment.
• Occasionally perform physical tasks including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and climbing at project locations to inspect equipment or collect information
• Speech/Reading : Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
• Lifting : Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds
• Vision/Hearing : Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
• Safety : Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary

Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.
 

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As a top employer we:

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
• Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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