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The AES Corporation

Senior Engineer, SCADA

The AES Corporation, Louisville, Colorado, United States, 80028

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Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join

The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) , a

Fortune 500 company

leading the global energy revolution. Operating in

14 countries , AES is committed to innovation and collaboration. Recognized as one of the

Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators

by Fast Company in 2022 and a

Great Place to Work , AES values its people and groundbreaking ideas. AES is ranked

#1 globally

in renewable energy sales to corporations, with

$12.7B in revenues in 2023 , serving

25 million customers worldwide . Committed to the Paris Agreement goals by 2050, AES provides innovative solutions like

24/7 carbon-free energy

for data centers, leading global decarbonization efforts. If you're eager to join a company driving change and building a sustainable future, AES is the place for you. Apply now and energize your career with a leader in the energy transformation. We are seeking a

Senior SCADA Project Engineer

to lead SCADA systems integration across Utility and Distributed (DG) Solar, Wind, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and Hybrid Power Plants. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on technical work. The ideal candidate will understand the full project lifecycle and can manage both high-level planning and technical details. Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership : Lead the technical implementation of SCADA systems across multiple renewable energy projects, involving diverse technologies and architectures. System Oversight : Understand project-specific elements including interconnection, substation, PV/BESS/Wind array architectures. Collaborate with vendors and integrators to ensure project alignment. Documentation & Scope Management : Review exhibits and proposals. Develop detailed Scopes of Work (SOW) for SCADA bids, defining responsibilities and scope gaps. Cross-Functional Collaboration : Coordinate with Telecom, IT, and OT teams to ensure secure and reliable networking and connectivity. Engineering Integration : Work with HV/Substation and Array teams to ensure seamless integration of SCADA and metering systems, including revenue and control meters, BESS, inverters, trackers, wind turbines, and sensors. Design Review : Approve SCADA design packages at all stages, including BOMs, device/network spreadsheets, diagrams, and point lists with vendors, utilities, ISOs, and OEMs. Control Logic Development : Develop and review PPC logic for MW curtailment, BESS charge/discharge, voltage and frequency control, substation controls, and hybrid system controls. Commissioning & Testing : Oversee installation, integration, and commissioning. Support control testing, telemetry validation, and performance testing. Regulatory Compliance : Assist with NERC testing requirements such as MOD-25, MOD-26, and MOD-27. Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience. At least 5 years of SCADA design and testing experience. Strong power systems engineering background focused on SCADA. Proficiency with SCADA platforms (e.g., Ignition, GE Cimplicity, SEL, Wonderware, etc.) and experience outside renewables is a plus. Knowledge of SCADA telemetry/control requirements across ISOs like CAISO, NYISO, PJM, MISO, ERCOT. Experience with protocols such as MODBUS, DNP3.0, OPC, TCP/IP, Fiber, Serial, Radio. Familiarity with substation and array devices: RTACs, relays, meters, inverters, trackers, BESS, RTUs. Understanding of NERC compliance from a SCADA perspective. Proven project management skills, including coordination with EPCs and consultants. Strong communication and leadership skills. Ability to develop and troubleshoot PSCAD and RTDS models. Knowledge of PID control algorithms and adaptive tuning methods. AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and sustainability. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, religion, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status. We participate in E-Verify to confirm work authorization. The salary range for this position is $111,000 to $138,550 annually, with additional benefits including bonuses, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and paid leave. Compensation details will be provided upon offer. This is an at-will employment position, and the company may modify compensation and benefits at any time.

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