Lead Scada Engineer (m/w/d)

Job Description

Enel North America is a proven renewables leader delivering clean, flexible and sustainable energy solutions.

As part of the Enel Group, we develop, build, own and operate renewable power plants and demand response solutions, with over 11 gigawatts (GW) of installed wind and solar capacity, over 1 GW of energy storage and nearly 5 GW of demand response in the US and Canada.

For nearly 25 years, we've reliably powered modern life and driven climate action with our people, partners and communities by putting sustainability at the center of everything we do. Enel is a top-five industry leader for clean power capacity in the US, demand response in North America and utility-scale battery storage in Texas.

We are a smart and passionate team working together to build the Enel North America that we want for the long-term - one that is founded on strong financial, social and environmental values. Being on our team means being part of lasting progress to create a thriving and more sustainable world for our climate and communities. It means valuing safety, trust, innovation, proactivity, flexibility and respect in all we do. Our vision is ambitious, and we'll get there together.

The Opportunity

This position requires a highly experienced SCADA Engineering Lead to oversee project integration, maintenance and upgrade of SCADA systems for renewable energy assets, including wind, solar, and BESS. The ideal candidate brings over 10 years of expertise in IT/OT Plant Systems, SCADA integration, and leadership, ensuring compliance with NERC standards and cybersecurity best practices. This role emphasizes advanced knowledge of VMware, OPC UA, industrial protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC104), and SCADA platforms such as GE WindSCADA, Vestas VOB, and Ignition.

What You'll Do at Enel North America

Responsibilities, including, but not limited to:

• Lead design, integration, and commissioning of SCADA systems across multiple renewable energy plants.
• Lead change management requests in close coordination with the EGPNA ICS Service Desk to ensure high system availability and reliability.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure smooth execution.
• Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates and reports.
• Facilitate meetings between SCADA and Controls, technologies, external vendors.
• Oversee Acceptance Testing.
• Develop and enforce SCADA standards, ensuring compliance with NERC CIP and cybersecurity-by-design principles.
• Manage integration of OT systems with corporate platforms (OSIsoft PI, network monitoring tools, asset management systems).
• Oversee troubleshooting and root cause analysis for SCADA incidents, coordinating with OEMs and integrators.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and data quality enhancements.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for system configuration and processes.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation for SCADA system implementation.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, track expenditures, and control costs.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies for technical and operational challenges.
• Mentor and lead technical teams, fostering knowledge sharing on emerging technologies such as BESS and advanced SCADA platforms.

Who You Are

• Experience in integration/maintenance of large-scale SCADA systems, automation, PLC for the power/utility industry.
• Knowledge of power plant and electrical systems maintenance and operations will be highly regarded.
• Knowledge of Wind Turbine SCADA (GE, VESTAS, GAMESA, etc.) and renewable energy systems will be highly regarded.
• Rigorous approach to problem solving, troubleshooting, documentation, compliance aspects.
• Teamwork oriented but also capable of working autonomously.
• Advanced proficiency in industrial communications: Modbus, IEC104, DNP3, OPC, OSI PI, etc.
• Advanced proficiency in IT communications and systems: SFTP, SSH, Database administration, SQL, data mining, MS Windows server, Linux, etc.
• Advanced networking skills, Proficient with network analysis and packet analysis tools (e.g Wireshark, etc.).
• Advanced Proficiency in VMware, OPC UA, Ignition, KepServerEX, and industrial protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC104).
• Expertise in network architecture, cybersecurity, and compliance frameworks (NERC, NERC CIP).
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing budgets >$4M and teams of engineers and contractors.
• Excellent documentation, problem-solving, and project management capabilities.
• Ability to be on call and work off hours as needed.
• Ability to produce and review technical (e.g. troubleshooting guide, incident report) and non-technical documentation (e.g. contractual documents).
• Proficient in: Microsoft Word, Project, Excel, use of Excel Macro, PowerPoint.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Travelling up to 20% of the time.

What You've Accomplished

• B.S. or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Controls or Computer Science; or equivalent.
• 10+ years of relevant experience.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Enel North America is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information. We will not discriminate, in any employment decision, against any individual or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veterans/national guard/military reserve status. This shall be done in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws in every location in which Enel North America has facilities. Enel North America maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Accessibility - If you require accessibility assistance applying for open positions please contact [email protected].

What Enel North America Offers You

The pay range for this position is $137,000.00 to $206,000.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will be based on several factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, work experience, education, and internal equity. At Enel, base pay is one part of your total compensation package. Please see below for additional information on Enel North America rewards.

• Enel North America offers its regular full-time employees affordable, quality healthcare for you and your family, life insurance and disability benefits to provide security, and retirement benefits to help you plan for your financial future. In addition, we offer an array of other benefits such as flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement and professional development allowance.
• Benefits are effective as of day one!
• Some additional perks to working with Enel North America include:
• 401k with match fully vested as of day one. Enel-NA matches 100% of the first 4% that you contribute up to set IRS limits.
• Generous PTO that supports work/life balance including: 4 weeks annually of vacation as well as personal days, volunteer days, your birthday off, paid holidays, and sick time. Proration may apply during first year of employment.
• Paid leave programs.
• The opportunity to grow and develop your career with the support and mentorship of senior leaders.
• The opportunity to work for one of the world's most recognizable and respected brands in the energy industry that believes by working together we can create a new energy era in which the world can become more sustainable.

An employee's eligibility for these benefits shall be subject to the governing documents for such plans and programs and/or company policy. The benefits described above may be modified or eliminated with or without notice in accordance with the governing documents and applicable law.