What are the responsibilities and job description for the SCADA Engineer position at TotalEnergies?
Contexte et environnement
Why TotalEnergies Renewables USA?
You’ll join a global energy leader actively shaping the future of utility‑scale renewables in the U.S. This role offers technical ownership, cross‑functional exposure, and the opportunity to work on complex, high‑impact systems that keep clean energy flowing—safely and reliably.
At TotalEnergies, SCADA isn’t support—it’s mission‑critical.
Be the Digital Nerve Center of Clean Power
At TotalEnergies Renewables USA, our SCADA systems are the backbone that keeps utility‑scale renewable assets running safely, reliably, and intelligently. We’re seeking a SCADA Engineer who thrives at the intersection of operations, IT/OT, cybersecurity, and grid integration to support and evolve our growing portfolio of utility‑scale power plants across North America.
In this role, you won’t just support systems—you’ll own SCADA operability, data flow, and integration, working hands‑on with cutting‑edge technologies that enable real‑time control, performance optimization, and regulatory compliance.
If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges and want your work to directly support the energy transition, this is a role with real impact.
Activités
What You’ll Do SCADA Ownership & Grid Integration
What You Bring Required Qualifications
TotalEnergies valorise la diversité, promeut le développement individuel et offre des opportunités d'emploi égales à tous les candidats.
Why TotalEnergies Renewables USA?
You’ll join a global energy leader actively shaping the future of utility‑scale renewables in the U.S. This role offers technical ownership, cross‑functional exposure, and the opportunity to work on complex, high‑impact systems that keep clean energy flowing—safely and reliably.
At TotalEnergies, SCADA isn’t support—it’s mission‑critical.
Be the Digital Nerve Center of Clean Power
At TotalEnergies Renewables USA, our SCADA systems are the backbone that keeps utility‑scale renewable assets running safely, reliably, and intelligently. We’re seeking a SCADA Engineer who thrives at the intersection of operations, IT/OT, cybersecurity, and grid integration to support and evolve our growing portfolio of utility‑scale power plants across North America.
In this role, you won’t just support systems—you’ll own SCADA operability, data flow, and integration, working hands‑on with cutting‑edge technologies that enable real‑time control, performance optimization, and regulatory compliance.
If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges and want your work to directly support the energy transition, this is a role with real impact.
Activités
What You’ll Do SCADA Ownership & Grid Integration
- Lead hands‑on SCADA implementation, operation, and maintenance across utility‑scale renewable projects.
- Ensure SCADA systems and Power Plant Controllers (PPCs) meet grid integration and operational requirements.
- Support interconnection compliance across markets including ERCOT, CAISO, and PJM.
- Ensure compliance with TotalEnergies IT, OT, and cybersecurity standards.
- Work closely with internal IT, cybersecurity, and OT stakeholders to maintain secure, reliable infrastructure.
- Support Active Directory usage within OT environments.
- Implement and manage third‑party integrations using APIs, SFTP, OPC‑UA/DA, and other protocols.
- Enable automated workflows, real‑time monitoring, and end‑to‑end data streams.
- Build and manage tools that support automated data acquisition and performance analysis.
- Partner with EPCs, SCADA integrators, OEMs, utilities, O&M contractors, and internal teams through all project phases.
- Review vendor submittals and ensure compliance with technical standards and exhibits.
- Act as a technical influencer—driving alignment across diverse stakeholders.
- Own the collection, organization, and filing of SCADA and OT/IT project documentation.
- Participate in an on‑call rotation for critical incident escalation.
- Support fleet‑based operations across a regional portfolio.
What You Bring Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience).
- 3 years of hands‑on experience supporting SCADA and OT/IT operations for utility‑scale power generation in the U.S.
- Strong expertise with Ignition SCADA (implementation and maintenance).
- Experience with SCADA protocols and infrastructure including MODBUS, DNP3, OPC, TCP/IP, serial, fiber, switches, and firewalls.
- Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (routing, VPNs, firewalls).
- Experience integrating:
- Substation devices (SEL RTACs, relays, meters)
- Array devices (inverters, trackers, met stations)
- Utility‑owned RTUs
- Familiarity with NERC compliance from a SCADA/OT perspective.
- Fluent English and a valid U.S. driver’s license.
- Official Ignition Certification (or completion of Inductive University training).
- Experience supporting multi‑site or fleet‑level operations.
- Knowledge of solar technologies; energy storage and wind experience a plus.
- Experience with SEL products and utility telemetry standards.
- Strong communicator who can lead technical discussions across vendors and internal teams.
- Influential, collaborative, and results‑oriented.
- Comfortable operating in fast‑changing regulatory and operational environments.
TotalEnergies valorise la diversité, promeut le développement individuel et offre des opportunités d'emploi égales à tous les candidats.