Junior Commissioning & SCADA Engineer
SunEnergy1 · sunenergy1.com
CharlotteMid level3+ yrs
The job in short
Commissioning and SCADA engineering.
CybersecurityCompliance
Details
- Found
- 22 d ago · posted 2026-08-18
- Location as listed
- Charlotte, NC, US
- Role
- Electrical / Electronics Engineer
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated Junior Commissioning & SCADA Engineer to support the commissioning, testing, and operational integration of utility-scale renewable energy facilities and electrical infrastructure. This role provides hands-on experience with SCADA systems, plant controls, commissioning activities, and NERC compliance while working alongside experienced engineering and field teams.
The ideal candidate is an early-career electrical engineer who is eager to develop technical expertise in power systems, renewable energy, substation controls, and grid operations.
Key Responsibilities
Commissioning Support
• Assist with commissioning of utility-scale solar, BESS, substations, and related electrical infrastructure.
• Support pre-commissioning inspections, functional testing, energization, and turnover activities.
• Review commissioning procedures and verify completion of required documentation.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors, equipment vendors, utilities, and project teams during commissioning.
• Participate in startup, troubleshooting, and performance testing of electrical equipment.
SCADA & Controls Support
• Assist with configuration, testing, and validation of SCADA systems.
• Support integration of inverters, protective relays, meters, RTUs, PLCs, and communications equipment.
• Help verify point-to-point testing between field devices and control centers.
• Troubleshoot communication issues involving fiber, Ethernet, serial communications, and industrial protocols.
• Support development and maintenance of SCADA documentation and system drawings.
NERC Compliance Support
• Assist with maintaining documentation required for applicable NERC Reliability Standards.
• Support compliance audits, evidence collection, and record retention.
• Help track required testing, maintenance, and cybersecurity documentation.
• Work with operations and engineering teams to support ongoing compliance initiatives.
Engineering Support
• Review electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and control schematics.
• Assist with equipment inspections and field quality verification.
• Prepare commissioning reports and technical documentation.
• Support engineering evaluations and field issue resolution.
• Travel to project sites as required.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• 0–3 years of engineering experience (internships or co-op experience welcomed).
• Understanding of electrical power systems.
• Basic knowledge of substations, renewable energy systems, or industrial controls preferred.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems or industrial communications is a plus.
• Exposure to protective relays, PLCs, RTUs, or power system automation is desirable.
• Knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards is preferred but not required.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel approximately 30–50% to project sites.
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