SCADA Networking and Telecom Engineer
Location
United States
Posted
97 days ago
Salary
$188K - $201K / year
Job Description
SCADA Networking and Telecom Engineer
Intersect
We’re a team of friends bound together by a mission to preserve our planet for future generations through innovative energy solutions and modern infrastructure. In December 2025, Google announced an agreement to acquire Intersect, to enable more data center and generation capacity to come online faster while accelerating energy development and innovation. After close, we’ll continue doing exactly what we were built to do - develop, construct, and operate the most ambitious power and data infrastructure in the country. Intersect’s operations will remain separate from Alphabet and Google under the Intersect brand. We’re on an aggressive growth trajectory and looking for people hungry to tackle the largest energy challenges on the planet. Location & Team Gatherings Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016. We’ve been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office - we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Austin, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON. We are currently looking for candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture. About This Position As part of Intersect’s Engineering team, you’ll design and secure the communications backbone that enables utility-scale clean energy facilities to operate safely, reliably, and in full compliance within ERCOT. This role is central to delivering standardized, scalable SCADA networking architecture across solar, wind, and BESS projects while ensuring seamless integration with ISO and owner platforms. You’ll lead complex telemetry and control system integration efforts—from design through commissioning—while strengthening cybersecurity controls aligned with NERC CIP and internal standards. Your expertise will directly influence fleet-wide standards, long-term infrastructure reliability, and operational excellence across Intersect’s growing portfolio. This role is planned to start in mid-Q1, with a four-week training period to reach full productivity by mid-Q2. Team Overview This team plays a critical role in advancing Intersect’s mission to accelerate the renewable energy transition by designing, building, and optimizing high-performing clean energy assets at scale. The Engineering team partners cross-functionally with Development, Construction, Asset Management, and Operations to deliver projects that are technically sound, secure, and built for long-term reliability. Joining this team means contributing to infrastructure that supports grid stability, strengthens communities, and enables a more sustainable energy future—while growing alongside talented, collaborative experts committed to technical excellence. What You’ll Do Design and Own SCADA Network Architecture • Develop and standardize secure, scalable SCADA network architectures for utility-scale facilities operating within ERCOT • Define industrial networking strategies including routing, switching, VLAN segmentation, fiber topology, and firewall design • Establish documentation and configuration control standards to support fleet-wide consistency and long-term maintainability Strengthen Cybersecurity & Compliance • Implement and maintain SCADA cybersecurity controls aligned with NERC CIP and company standards • Configure firewalls, ACLs, and VPN/IPsec tunnels to protect critical infrastructure communications • Partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliant telemetry, ISO communications, and secure data acquisition systems Lead System Integration & Commissioning • Oversee FAT, SAT, commissioning, and field support activities for complex telemetry and control systems • Integrate inverters, BESS, meters, protective relays, PPCs, RTACs, and ERCOT interfaces into cohesive, high-performing systems • Coordinate with EPCs, vendors, and owner platforms to ensure seamless telemetry and control functionality Troubleshoot & Optimize Plant Communications • Diagnose and resolve complex industrial communications and control system issues under time-sensitive conditions • Support ERCOT nodal protocol implementation and telemetry requirements • Contribute to long-term improvements in plant networking standards and operational reliability across the fleet What You’ll Bring • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with emphasis in power systems, networking, or industrial controls • 5+ years of SCADA networking and telecommunications experience in utility-scale energy projects • Direct experience supporting SCADA networking and communications infrastructure for large-scale solar, wind, or BESS facilities • Demonstrated experience supporting ERCOT telemetry and control integration • Strong working knowledge of NERC CIP cybersecurity requirements and compliance practices • Expertise in SCADA system architecture design, industrial networking (routing, switching, VLANs, fiber), firewall configuration, and VPN/IPsec management • Experience leading FAT, SAT, commissioning, and on-site troubleshooting for complex industrial control systems • Deep understanding of utility-scale plant operations, grid interconnection requirements, protection systems, and ISO telemetry standards within ERCOT • Established relationships with SCADA vendors, EPCs, inverter manufacturers, BESS integrators, and telecommunications providers • A structured, detail-oriented work style that supports standardized solutions in fast-paced construction and commissioning environments • A calm, solutions-oriented mindset when addressing high-impact system issues • A commitment to technical excellence, documentation discipline, secure system design, and collaborative partnership aligned with Intersect’s core values Total Rewards At Intersect, we care about your well-being, growth, and balance. Here’s how we support you: Total Compensation: $188,500 - $201,500 (total compensation includes base salary + bonus in USD) Health & Wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision Time to Recharge: Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year) Family Support: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot and Maven Mental Health: Free access to Spring Health which includes 5 free Therapy & psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+ Retirement: 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track Perks & Extras: $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/ internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup and free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly paid company credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical Ready to help build the next generation of clean, reliable, and flexible energy solutions? Apply now and join Intersect in accelerating the energy transition while shaping your own impact in the industry. Intersect maintains a work environment free from discrimination, one where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling Intersect's commitment to equal employment opportunity. Intersect does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by and consistent with applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline.
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