Sr SCADA Engineer

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Company Profile:

Repsol is a globally integrated multi-energy company headquartered in Madrid, Spain. With a team of 25,000 employees across more than 20 countries, we proudly serve 24 million customers worldwide. Our diversified renewable energy portfolio totals nearly 3,700 MW of installed capacity, with a strong presence in Spain, the United States, and Chile.

As part of our commitment to a more sustainable future, low-emissions generation is at the core of our strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Repsol Renewables North America (RRSNA) plays a key role in this vision, with aims to increase generation capacity to between 3,000 MW and 4,000 MW by 2027.

We are driven by innovation, collaboration, and purpose. Repsol offers a comprehensive Employee Value Proposition (EVP), including a holistic Total Rewards program that supports the wellbeing, growth, and contributions of our people. Join us in shaping the future of energy.

Job Summary:

The Senior SCADA Engineer, working on our engineering and construction team, will be responsible for the design and implementation of SCADA systems for our renewable energy projects. This role requires a deep understanding of SCADA systems, renewable energy technologies, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure the efficient and reliable operation of our energy assets.

Responsibilities:

- Design, develop, and maintain SCADA systems for renewable energy projects, including wind, solar, and battery storage.

- Provide SCADA support during construction, and commissioning of renewable plants.

- Define the design criteria including Scopes of Work and ensure Contractor/Engineering compliance, both for the Company and third-party requirements (Investors, Owner’s Engineer’s, Off-Taker, Utility) for the overall control system, SCADA and communications scheme for the projects being designed and built by an EPC Contractor.

- Support and validate the development of engineering studies, plans, specifications, calculations, evaluations, design documents, and performance assessments for the overall SCADA system of renewable plants and remote monitoring.

- Ensure that the SCADA design including modifications to RTU configurations and point list implementation in the EMS/SCADA system meet the Company’s requirements and third-party companies (Investors, Owner’s Engineer’s, Off-Taker, Utility).

- Provide SCADA technical support and assistance to Repsol’s Asset Management team, Operational Technology team, Remote Operations Control Center team, Construction site team, Interconnections team and other teams as required.

- Assist in power plant performance analysis and root cause analysis for assets within Repsol Renewables.

- Work with the Company’s Operations team to ensure the remote data requirements are incorporated into the company EMS/SCADA system as required.

- Ensure projects meet all Company’s cyber security and OT requirements.

- Perform system diagnostics, troubleshooting, and maintenance to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

- Stay updated with the latest advancements in SCADA technology and renewable energy trends.

- Recommend alternative engineering solutions to management to support business needs.

- Comply with and enforce the Company’s Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental requirements.

Requirements and Qualifications:

- Legally authorized to work in the USA for any employer without company sponsorship.

- A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or similar discipline.

- 5+ year of experience as SCADA Engineer, OT Engineer, or Control Systems Engineer focused on renewable energy projects. - 2+ years of experience with electric grid energy management systems or similar for the purpose of configuring and engineering SCADA systems used for electric grid monitoring, protection, and control preferred.

- Proficiency in SCADA software and hardware, such as Wonderware, Ignition, SEL or similar platforms

- Experience in multiple renewable energy generation technologies: Solar, Wind and battery storage systems preferred.

- Knowledge of cybersecurity practices required by industrial control systems of renewables generation plants

- Extensive knowledge of SCADA systems for renewable projects, with the ability to supervise the engineering design and support the commissioning of the facilities.

- Knowledge of the protective system of renewable generation plants and associated electrical infrastructure (substations, power lines) is preferred.

- 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 manage several projects simultaneously.

- Ability to provide timely assessments with limited information and/or assumptions.

- Proficient with the use of personal computers and automated tools.

- Engineering experience specific to electric utility scale renewable projects.

- Experience with DAQ (Data Acquisition), RTU (Remote Terminal Unit), IED (Intelligent Electronic Device) and PLC technologies.

Repsol is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran