Senior SCADA Controls Systems Engineer - Battery Storage at Plus Power

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Company Overview</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>Plus Power is an energy storage market leader, with a market-leading 10+ GW portfolio across more than 25 states that will transform North American electric grids into cleaner and more versatile critical infrastructure.</p> <p>Standalone energy storage is rapidly transforming the North American energy markets, because it is cheaper than new natural gas plants, faster to build than fossil peakers or transmission, and able to perform diverse energy services. Plus Power partners with electricity system operators, utilities, and investors to originate, develop, finance, own and operate standalone energy storage projects that provide critical services to the wholesale electric market. Plus Power’s team applies an intentional mindset to energy storage development by using a data-driven approach to development and operations.</p> <p>At Plus Power, we are focused on solving hard climate problems, profitably.&nbsp; We are growing fast, and value candidates who, like us, share a focus on setting high expectations, owning and learning from mistakes in the spirit of radical transparency, and are committed to internal partnering as a key element of our ideas meritocracy. Our team praises Plus Power’s culture and excels through our game-changing mission and supportive ecosystem.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About Plus Power:</span></strong></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Plus Power recruits outstanding energy industry professionals who are driven to develop, build and operate assets safely and reliably to decarbonize the power markets while growing their careers. Our team looks for data-driven and fact-based mindsets, engaging and collaborative behaviors, and personal growth-focused professionals.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">We are looking for a&nbsp;</span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Senior Controls System&nbsp;Engineer</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">. </span><span data-contrast="none">&nbsp;This qualified individual would work under the guidance of the Manager - Operational Technology&nbsp;to&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;design,&nbsp;implementation, and operations of&nbsp;cutting-edge, utility scale energy storage systems including supporting control systems at various plant locations. This position requires experience,&nbsp;advanced&nbsp;knowledge&nbsp;and&nbsp;expertise&nbsp;with next generation plant control and automation systems, including battery energy storage systems, cyber security network standards, ISO market interfacing, and plant performance management.  </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Key Responsibilities</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Responsible for design, implementation, and operations of control system infrastructure</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Responsible for PPC, HMI, and RTU programming including technical documentation</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Support day-to-day plant automation tasks to ensure network reliability, availability, and serviceability within minimal interruption</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Provide technical support, respond to complex work orders and tickets from the users,&nbsp;and&nbsp;analyze and solve complex reported operation technology/control system problems</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Oversee and&nbsp;participate&nbsp;in network technology upgrades&nbsp;or expansion projects, including installation of hardware,&nbsp;software&nbsp;and integration testing</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Participate in on-field construction and plant commissioning activities</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Serve as subject matter expert (SME) for control and instrumentation related systems</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Work cross-functionally with internal groups and external EPC vendors during project bidding and execution phases as needed</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Skills &amp; Qualifications</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Minimum&nbsp;BA/BS&nbsp;in related field;&nbsp;electrical engineering&nbsp;degree&nbsp;preferred</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Minimum of&nbsp;6+ years&nbsp;related industry, experience with renewable energy industry highly preferred</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Knowledge and experience with battery energy storage systems use cases including primary frequency response (PFR), fast frequency response (FFR), &amp; black start is highly preferred</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrated&nbsp;expertise&nbsp;in designing and&nbsp;maintaining&nbsp;plant control systems using industry standard SCADA and PLC platforms</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Understanding of&nbsp;data logging requirements and various historian platforms</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with Schneider Electric&nbsp;Modicon&nbsp;PLCs, SEL RTACs, and&nbsp;Novatech&nbsp;Orions</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Knowledge of industrial communication protocols DNP3.0, Modbus, OPC-UA, and MQTT</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Programming language experience Python, IEC 61131-3, C, C++, C#</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Proficient with writing technical specifications for process or manufacturing equipment</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong understanding of cyber-security best practices including IT/OT standards</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Knowledge of NERC/CIP/NIST procedures</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to explain complex technical analysis in a simplified matter to the internal management team and/or external parties</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrated ability to work well in a cross-functional environment with both technical and non-technical team members</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office products – Word, Excel, Power Point</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Compensation and Benefits</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Highly competitive&nbsp;total compensation&nbsp;from one of North America’s leading energy storage developers,&nbsp;owners&nbsp;and operators. Flexible, work from home or hybrid work from Plus Power’s offices in San Francisco,&nbsp;Houston, Chicago, Seattle,&nbsp;Birmingham, New York,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Palm Beach.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The&nbsp;expected&nbsp;salary&nbsp;range* for this position&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">begins</span><span data-contrast="auto"> at $140,000. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, geographic labor market, and other factors consistent with applicable law. This position is also eligible to participate in our annual bonus program.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Plus&nbsp;Power offers a comprehensive benefits program, unlimited vacation, flexible remote work,&nbsp;educational&nbsp;assistance,&nbsp;parental leave,&nbsp;and a highly engaging company culture with opportunities for&nbsp;in-person connection and&nbsp;learning and&nbsp;growth.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{}">The deadline* for applying to this role is 6/1/2026.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><em>Plus Power is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds can thrive. Plus Power is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em>*This information is provided in accordance with applicable law.</em></p></div>