Role OverviewApex is seeking a Senior SCADA Manager to join the Asset Management team that will be the lead for new project SCADA system architecture and deployment from construction planning through testing & commissioning of the plant. This position will also provide technical support for operating wind, solar and battery storage facilities. This position will support field operations, remotely troubleshooting electrical infrastructure and generating equipment. This position requires working hands-on with relays, meters, and wind and solar SCADA systems. The candidate will oversee substation commissioning activities as well as coordinate plant power control testing to meet regulatory compliance. The right candidate will be a hands-on, hard-working team player who can jump in and support projects with a variety of issues. The position requires excellent communication skills as well as strong problem-solving capability in a multidisciplinary, technical role. A passion for renewable energy is needed to succeed in this role.Hours/Type: Full Time, Exempt
Department: Asset Management
Travel: 25%Primary Responsibilities:Provide subject matter expertise on SCADA and protection, relay, and control systems for projects in all stages of design, construction, testing, and operation.Provide technical support, guidance, and coordinate engineering activities to Field Operations, Remote Operations, and Asset Management teams for operating projects.Manage supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and electrical engineering support for operating clean energy projects.Provide project management for major reliability initiatives, projects, and systems integrations.Ensure reliable physical assets and operating systems for an operating fleet of clean energy projects.Manage process development, methods, and continuous improvement activities.Manage and execute the engineering requirements for NERC and ISO compliance.Perform troubleshooting and programming of RTU’s, RTAC, relays, and other PRC systems and components and develop diagnostic tools and models for electrical infrastructure and assets.Develop control systems and tools for clean energy projects and Remote-Operations Control CenterInterface with engineers from transmission owner, power purchasers, and regulatory bodiesEvaluate and coordinate RCAs and corrective actions for trip and fault events and from OEMsMentoring of team members for skills and personal developmentTransition technical needs from Construction to Operations for projects approaching operation and incorporate lessons learned into new construction projectsOther duties as assigned