Electrical Engineer I

Job Description:

Overview

Deriva Energy is a leading Independent Power Producer in the US renewables market, with over 6.5GW of operating or under construction wind, solar and storage projects across the country. Formerly the division of Duke Energy, Deriva is now backed by Brookfield Renewable and is poised for dynamic growth across its wind, solar, and storage portfolios. Deriva Energy, a Brookfield Portfolio company headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is poised for dynamic growth in its renewables fleet across the country. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on the rapidly evolving renewable energy industry.

Job Summary

SCADA Engineer I is a member of the SCADA Engineering Department, which designs and supports the supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems for Deriva's solar, wind and battery facilities. Engineers in this position are not expected to have prior experience with SCADA engineering, and will receive training and instruction to build their SCADA engineering skillset. This job consists primarily of accessing the Deriva generation network remotely from an office environment, with occasional site visits for large projects (Travel requirements up to 25%). Site visits involve working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Designs, commissions, maintains, and troubleshoots numerous SCADA systems

• Integrates new measurement and control equipment into existing SCADA systems and retrofits aging SCADA systems with more robust, standardized solutions

• Configures data interfaces between software products, generator control systems, SCADA systems, and discrete devices such as RTUs and data historians using various protocols

• Configures plant controllers, network switches, and other SCADA equipment for deployment

• Develops and maintains the wind and solar overlay applications used by the Deriva Remote Operations Center to monitor and control the Deriva fleet

• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.

• Documents engineering procedures and the resolutions of technical problems with detail and clarity

• Supports Deriva Energy's company goals and represents the company positively and professionally

• Supports the SCADA 24/7 Emergency & Ticketing on call system once sufficiently experienced (Monthly Team Rotation)

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree in electrical engineering

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in computer programming (any language)

• Experience with PLC programming and configuration

• Experience with power engineering

• Experience with computer networking

• Self-motivated, with a high level of initiative

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet stated deadlines

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and foster good relationships with teammates and business partners

Working Conditions

• This is a hybrid position based in Charlotte, NC

• Travel Requirements up to 25%

Benefits

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with matching

• Employee assistance program

• Flexible spending account

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Parental leave

• Attractive Bonus Potential

Additional Information:

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Deriva welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Deriva includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.

Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.