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CPower is the leading, national distributed energy resources monetization and Virtual Power Plant provider, creating the Customer-Powered Grid® that will enable a flexible, clean and dependable energy future. With ~7.0 GW of capacity at 29,000+ sites across the U.S., we unlock the full value of DERs to strengthen the grid when and where reliable, dispatchable resources are needed most. CPower is based in Baltimore, MD., and is owned by LS Power, a development, investment and operating company focused on the power and energy infrastructure sector. We are looking for a System Engineer to help develop and maintain integration equipment for enabling customer participation with the business. You will be part of a team leading technical advancements which enhance the performance of the electric grid to be smarter and more efficient.
You will implement solutions at sites to integrate them electronically into our dispatch system for full automation and custom site controls.
This is a remote position with a preference for candidates who are within the Baltimore, MD area.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Understand and work within strict network security architecture.
- Work in a constantly changing landscape and adapting new rules to existing standards.
- Scope out and design automation and control systems for customer sites, ensuring that solutions are customized to meet the unique needs of each customer and program requirements.
- Collaborate with customers and technology partners to integrate RESTful web-based API to enable dispatching, scheduling, telemetry, and other critical automation processes.
- Program and configure programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to interface with control systems at customer sites leveraging Function Block, Relay Ladder Logic, and other flow based, low-code development tools.
- Perform rigorous testing of system integrations and control logic to validate that all components function seamlessly across various platforms. Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during the testing phase to ensure operational reliability and performance.
Requirements
- A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience that demonstrates a strong understanding of engineering principles and integration technologies.
- Proven expertise in working with SCADA systems to monitor and control industrial processes.
- In-depth knowledge of SCADA communication protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, and other industry-standard protocols used in SCADA systems for data transmission and system control.
- Experience with metering technologies for electrical systems is a plus, but not required.
- Capable of reading, understanding, and interpreting electrical one-line diagrams and layout drawings.
- Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, C, or other relevant programming languages, with the ability to write and maintain efficient, scalable code.
- Comprehensive understanding of microgrid systems, including the various assets that make them function effectively—such as energy storage systems, solar, and generators.
- Basic understanding of Network Security.
- All applicants must be able to provide documentation that they are legally eligible to work in the United States for an extended period, and will not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status to work legally for our Company in the United States.
Benefits
Unique opportunity to work at a successful, growing company with a strong entrepreneurial spirit. We focus heavily on developing our employees and linking successes to our core values. CPower offers a great benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, vacation, up to $10,000 per calendar year in tuition reimbursement, etc. CPower’s leadership prides itself on maintaining a rewarding culture, and always striving to offer a great team-member experience. CPower is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
100000.00 To 110000.00 (USD) Annually
