Sr Engineer II, Plant Controls

Job SummarySr Engineer II, Plant Controls – full time, permanent position starting as soon as possible.The Plant Controls Team within RWE Americas ensures control solutions for utility‑scale renewables projects (Solar, Wind, and Battery) are designed with the highest quality throughout the life cycle. This role executes on the design, construction, commissioning, and administration of control systems.ResponsibilitiesLead SCADA design, configuration, and commissioning on multiple projects and provide oversight and guidance to junior engineersCoordinate with project managers and other engineering SMEs to ensure SCADA requirements are met and project timelines are achievedReview and provide constructive input for project contracts with financial partners and equipment manufacturers; advise and provide technical input for contract wording discussions; work toward developing standards and educating financial teams on contract requirementsGather technical requirements for projects based on grid codes, standards, and contracts, and ensure SCADA system capability to achieve these requirementsGenerate and modify project exhibits for contractors and vendors in alignment with SCADA standards and strategy; own the development of standard exhibits and documentation for the teamDevelop and oversee the scope of work and technical requirements for control system vendors and integrators; own the development of standard documentation for projectsReview contractor design documents and ensure design will meet operational needs of the SCADA system and alignment with SCADA standardsLead, oversee, and implement the development of technical SCADA requirements, including networking design (IP addressing, VLANs), RTU configuration, and plant control strategy across multiple projectsCommission substation equipment, switches, and plant networks for projects; work closely with junior engineers to train and build up their skillsetsDrive and pursue interpretation and understanding of operational data of Battery plants across the wider businessOwn the development of strategic goals for the SCADA team and ensure alignment with organizational objectivesProactively work toward alignment with broader engineering teams and understand the team's position and contribution within the organizationCommunicate effectively with a diverse range of business stakeholdersOwn strategic projects for the SCADA team and drive changes to standards and processesActively train and educate junior engineers across all project phasesQualificationsA Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Control Engineering, a similar field of engineering, or equivalent professional experienceAt least 12 years of professional experience in control systems and SCADA platforms (any industry)Excellent grasp of networking design fundamentals, including fiber/ethernet, switch, and VLAN configurationStrong background in configuration of RTUs or other plant controllers (software development experience also a plus)Proven experience developing technical documentation, including exhibits, scope of works, functional descriptions, and plant control narrativesStructured and thorough in analyzing and documenting requirements and creating technical documentation for different stakeholdersDemonstrated experience in commissioning networking and plant controlsDemonstrated experience overseeing contractors delivering technical workExperience within renewable energy or the power industry is highly desired, but not requiredRequired travel up to 20%Works autonomously to deliver projects without oversightTakes ownership of work and resolves issues; seeks guidance when direction is neededDocuments work and progress effectivelyReports upwards on project status and progressCoordinates with technical members of adjacent teams to align on work deliverables that impact one another, seeks to understand and resolve gaps, and escalates issues through appropriate channelsEffective communicator capable of working with people from different backgroundsHigh attention to detailExcellent interpersonal skills, energetic, and a self‑starterProactive in resolving issuesEffectively uses team collaboration tools and softwareMust be open to collaboration and working in a team environmentClear passion and motivation to work in the renewables industryWork EnvironmentThis is an office‑based role with some travel and visits to other RWE Americas offices and field locations. The employee must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.Pay RangeThe annual base salary range for this position in Chicago is $155,000 – $165,000.BenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short‑term incentives, in addition to salary.Equal OpportunityAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.#J-18808-Ljbffr