QE Solar · 11 hours ago
SCADA ENGINEER
Scottsdale, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$85K/yr - $100K/yr
2+ years expQE Solar is dedicated to making clean energy more efficient and has been a leader in the Solar Operations & Maintenance sector for over a decade. They are seeking a motivated SCADA Engineer to design, configure, and support SCADA systems for critical infrastructure, while providing day-to-day support to ensure high system availability.
ConsultingProfessional ServicesSolar
Responsibilities
Assist in the development, programming, and deployment of SCADA systems (e.g., Wonderware, Ignition, GE iFIX, OSIsoft PI)
Configure HMIs, dashboards, alarms, and reporting features to support operations
Develop and maintain communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC, MQTT, etc.)
Monitor and troubleshoot SCADA and related control system performance
Implement updates, patches, and system enhancements
Provide day-to-day support for operators and technicians to ensure high system availability
Support integration of SCADA with PLCs, RTUs, and field devices
Work with historians and databases to manage time-series data for reporting and analytics
Follow cybersecurity best practices for industrial control systems (ICS/OT security)
Assist in implementing compliance requirements (e.g., NERC CIP, NIST 800-53, ISA/IEC 62443 where applicable)
Maintain system documentation including network diagrams, logic descriptions, and operational manuals
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Control Center, IT, operations, and engineering) to deliver system improvements
Qualification
Required
2–3 years of hands-on experience in SCADA systems
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automation, Industrial Technology, or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)
Familiarity with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar)
Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC-UA, MQTT)
Basic database skills (SQL queries, historians, data visualization)
Awareness of ICS/OT cybersecurity concepts
Demonstrated ability to integrate SCADA systems into a renewable energy control center with a variety of asset types and classes
Proven technical/programming skills
Strong experience in creating & managing to a SCADA implementation through a standard project management format
Ability to multi-task and prioritize work in a standardized, scalable manner
Comfortable working as a team player or independently if necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly
Ability to mentor
Desire to learn, work hard, and grow with a young entrepreneurial renewable energy company
Motivated team player that is operationally focused and exceptionally detail-oriented
Strong ability to self-manage and deliver on a timely schedule
Ability to listen, collaborate and synthesize various skills-sets, technologies & problems into a clear set of deliverables
Must have a clean background, driver's license, and professional demeanor
Preferred
Exposure to cloud or edge-based SCADA architectures
Familiarity with .NET and SQL databases
Understanding of SCADA software platforms (Ignition, Wonderware, Canary, OSPi, etc.)
OSHA 30
Familiarity with Site Performance Engineering, troubleshooting
Experience with virtualization technologies and Windows/Linux server administration
Understanding of compliance frameworks (e.g., NERC CIP, NIST, or ISO standards)
Ignition & Ignition HMI Design
Experience with SEL devices
Experience with Utility scale Solar and Battery Storage
Company
QE Solar
QE Solar offers PV operations, maintenance, trouble shooting, testing, aerial inspection, solutions and services.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-05-11Acquired
Leadership Team
Ken Heissler
CEO & Co-Founder
David Hayes
Chief Financial Officer
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