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Illumine-i

SCADA & controls

Join Illumine-i in Chennai as a SCADA & Controls Expert. Design and engineer control systems for solar and BESS projects, develop communication protocols, and support commissioning. Benefit from working on cutting-edge renewable energy technologies in a dynamic environment.
Illumine-i
Illumine-i Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India On-site Full time UTC+05:30

Illumine-i

Company Overview

Illumine Industries (Illumine-i)

Austin, Texas, United States

2015

Approximately 220 employees (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of $12.5 million in FY 2023 (source: illumine.keka.com).

What They Do

Illumine-i specializes in solar photovoltaic (PV) engineering and design services, focusing on promoting environmental sustainability through innovative engineering solutions. The company provides comprehensive design and engineering support tailored to the needs of residential rooftop and commercial & industrial (C&I) solar developers, as well as engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) firms. Their service offerings include schematic line drawings, system sizing, production estimates, and complete solar layout designs, ensuring that clients receive customized solutions rather than generic offerings (source: linkedin.com). Illumine-i is also expanding its capabilities into Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, and grid modernization technologies, positioning itself as a comprehensive engineering consulting firm in the renewable energy sector (source: illumine.keka.com).

Projects & Track Record

Illumine-i has a documented portfolio of approximately 200 MW of solar PV design engineering experience in the United States, having completed over 100 projects across various service lines. Notable projects include the Elios Solar Carport, which has a capacity of 350 kW DC. The company has also undertaken utility-scale solar PV projects with system sizes ranging from small residential installations to over 100 MW (source: linkedin.com). Their experience is bolstered by the expertise of CEO Nithish Sairam, who has previously managed large-scale projects across the country, bringing valuable insights to Illumine-i's operations (source: illumine.keka.com).

Recent Developments

In October 2025, Illumine-i was featured in Business View Magazine, highlighting its expansion into microgrids, energy storage, and transmission & distribution projects. Co-Founder Sudarsan Krishnan emphasized the company's commitment to building engineering solutions that address complex energy challenges (source: illumine.keka.com). Additionally, in September 2022, Illumine-i partnered with Raiven, enhancing its capabilities in the electrification market by providing electrical drawings for permitting, which has significantly increased project throughput (source: linkedin.com).

Working There

Illumine-i employs a diverse workforce, including mechanical engineers, software developers, and specialized solar engineers, structured around functional areas such as solar design engineering and utility-scale project engineering. The company maintains active operations in Austin, Texas, Brisbane, Australia, and Chennai, India, with the Austin headquarters serving as the primary employment hub (source: illumine.keka.com). The company promotes a progressive work culture that emphasizes employee engagement, transparency, and cross-functional career development, allowing employees to transition between roles and departments (source: linkedin.com).

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Job Description

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

Required Skills

  • DNP3
  • RTU
  • US Projects
  • IEC 61850
  • Modbus
  • PLC
  • SCADA
  • AutoCAD
  • Control System

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About the role

April 4, 2026

Full time

Company

April 4, 2026

On-site

Solar Energy , Energy Storage

Illumine-i

illuminei.com

  •  Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

5-8 years

UTC+05:30

Tags

Battery Management Systems · Power Electronics · SCADA · Control Engineering