Enabling new pathways between clean electricity and the broader economy
SCADA Networking and Telecom Engineer
Location
United States
Posted
101 days ago
Salary
$188.5K - $201.5K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
SCADA Networking and Telecom Engineer
Intersect Power
• Design and own SCADA network architecture 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 • 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 • 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 • 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
Job Requirements
- 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
Benefits
- 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision
- Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)
- 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
- Free access to Spring Health which includes 5 free Therapy & psychiatry sessions
- Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+
- 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP
- $150 monthly food stipend
- $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/ internet
- Pet insurance allowance
- Full home office setup
- Free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly paid company credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical
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