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This position executes on the design, construction, commissioning, and administration of control systems within RWE Americas.\nIn this position, theSr Engineer II, Plant Controls, will be key in the design and execution of control solutions for new sites. You will be gathering project-specific requirements to define the services and functionalities required by the plants, determine the most suitable SCADA concept for interconnection, and ensure the right control system design for the application.\nIn this position, you will be involved in all the different stages of the project, starting from the design stage, then guiding the implementation phase, and supporting the on-site commissioning of the solution.\nYou will work hand-in-hand with third-party providers, assessing the most suitable options and bringing concepts into the field.\nAs a Plant Controls engineer, you will be a key interface between Operations and Development parts of the business.\nRole Responsibilities:\nLeads SCADA design, configuration, and commissioning on multiple projects and provides oversight and guidance to junior engineers\nCoordinates with project managers and other engineering SME’s to ensure SCADA requirements are met, and project timelines are achieved\nReviews and provides constructive input for project contracts with financial partners and equipment manufacturers; advises and provides technical input for contract wording discussions; works towards developing standards and educating financial teams on contract requirements\nGathers technical requirements for projects based on grid codes, standards, and contracts, and ensures SCADA system capability to achieve these requirements\nGenerates and modifies project exhibits for contractors and vendors in alignment with SCADA standards and strategy; owns development of standard exhibits and documentation for the team\nDevelops and oversees the scope of work and technical requirements for control system vendors and integrators; owns the development of standard documentation for projects\nReviews contractor design documents and ensures design will meet operational needs of the SCADA system and alignment with SCADA standards\nLeads, oversees, and implements the development of technical SCADA requirements, including networking design (IP addressing, VLANs), RTU configuration, and plant control strategy across multiple projects\nCommissions substation equipment, switches, and plant networks for projects; works closely with junior engineers to train and build up their skillsets\nDrives and pursues interpretation and understanding of operational data of Battery plants across the wider business\nOwns the development of strategic goals for the SCADA team and ensures alignment with organizational objectives\nProactively works towards alignment with broader engineering teams and understands team position and contribution within the organization\nAble to communicate effectively with a diverse range of business stakeholders\nOwns strategic projects for the SCADA team and drives changes to standards and processes\nActively trains and educates junior engineers across all project phases\nJob Requirements and Experiences:\nA Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Control Engineering, a similar field of engineering, or equivalent professional experience\nA minimum of 12 years of professional experience in control systems and SCADA platforms (any industry)\nExcellent grasp of networking design fundamentals, including fiber/ethernet, switch, and VLAN configuration\nStrong background in configuration of RTUs or other plant controllers (software development experience also a plus)\nHas proven experience developing technical documentation, including exhibits, scope of works, functional descriptions, and plant control narratives\nStructured and thorough in analyzing and documenting requirements and creating technical documentation for different stakeholders\nDemonstrated experience in commissioning networking and plant controls\nDemonstrated experience overseeing contractors delivering technical work\nExperience within renewable energy or the power industry is highly desired, but not required\nRequired travel up to 20%\nWorks autonomously to deliver projects without oversight\nTakes ownership of work and resolves issues; seeks guidance when direction is needed\nDocuments work and progress effectively\nReports upwards on project status and progress\nCoordinates with technical members of adjacent teams to align on work deliverables that impact one another, seeks to understand and resolve gaps and escalates issues through appropriate channels\nEffective communicator capable of working with people from different backgrounds\nHigh Attention to detail\nExcellent interpersonal skills, energetic, and a self-starter\nProactive in resolving issues\nEffectively uses team collaboration tools and software\nMust be open to collaboration and working in a team environment\nClear passion and motivation to work in the renewables industry\n\nWork Environment:\nThis position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWE Americas offices and field locations. The employee must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time.\nApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time. \nPay range: The annual base salary range for this position in Chicago is $155,00 - $165,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.\nBenefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.\nApply with just a few clicks: ad code 92593\nAny questions? Contact \nWe look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.\nRWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE’s 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects, along with natural gas-powered generation, that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.\nAt RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors - Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. 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