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The Control/ SCADA Expert will design and engineer control systems, SCADA interfaces, and communication architectures for Solar, BESS, and C&I interconnection projects. Develop control logic, communication specifications, and integration requirements for energy management systems. Support commissioning and troubleshooting of control and monitoring systems.

What you can expect as Control/ SCADA Expert at Illumine-i:

•You’ll design SCADA system architectures for solar, BESS, and hybrid projects including RTU/PLC selection, communication networks, and HMI configuration.

• You’ll develop control schemes for BESS charging/discharging, power factor control, volt-var optimization, and grid support functions.

• You’ll create SCADA point lists, communication protocols specifications (Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850), and data mapping documents.

• You’ll design meter and telemetry systems for revenue metering and utility reporting compliance.

• You’ll develop functional specifications for energy management systems (EMS) and plant controllers.

• You’ll prepare control panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and I/O schedules.

• You’ll coordinate with inverter manufacturers, BMS vendors, and SCADA suppliers on control integration requirements.

• You’ll support commissioning activities by reviewing control configurations and troubleshooting SCADA communication issues.

• You’ll review utility SCADA integration requirements and develop compliance documentation.

Essential Qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation, or related field

• 5-8 years of experience in control systems, SCADA, or automation engineering

• Strong understanding of industrial control systems, PLCs, RTUs, and HMI systems

• Knowledge of communication protocols: Modbus TCP/RTU, DNP3, IEC 61850, OPC UA

• Experience with power systems or energy sector projects strongly preferred

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

• Prior experience with renewable energy or BESS control systems is highly desirable Great to have:

• Proficiency with SCADA platforms (Ignition, Wonderware, GE iFIX, Siemens WinCC) or similar

• Experience with PLC programming (ladder logic, structured text) - Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or similar

• Understanding of industrial networking: Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, fiber optics

• Familiarity with electrical CAD tools for control panel design (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN)

• Knowledge of BESS components: battery management systems, power conversion systems, inverters

• Understanding of power systems concepts and utility interconnection requirements

• Experience with cybersecurity requirements for critical infrastructure (NERC-CIP) is a plus

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