SCADA Controls Engineer

Intersect

2d • Remote

About The Position

As part of Intersect’s Engineering team, you’ll design and lead the control systems that enable our utility-scale clean energy assets to operate reliably, compliantly, and at peak performance. This role owns SCADA architecture, plant control integration, and grid compliance across ERCOT and other ISOs—ensuring our projects move seamlessly from construction through commissioning and into long-term operations.

This role is planned to start in mid-Q1, with a training period of 4 weeks to reach full productivity by mid-Q2. You’ll collaborate closely with Engineering, Construction, Operations, Asset Management, and external grid stakeholders to deliver high-performing, grid-compliant infrastructure that supports long-run value creation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in utility-scale power generation, independent power production, or clean energy infrastructure
• Direct experience supporting large-scale power plants operating within ERCOT or similar nodal markets
• Demonstrated expertise in SCADA system architecture design and review for utility-scale facilities
• Hands-on experience with Power Plant Controller (PPC) integration, active/reactive power dispatch logic, Volt/VAR optimization, and frequency response controls
• Experience troubleshooting PLCs and SEL-RTAC systems
• Proven success leading grid compliance testing, telemetry validation, and commissioning activities
• Strong working knowledge of ERCOT nodal protocols, TSP coordination, and grid interconnection requirements
• Experience integrating SCADA systems with third-party optimization and performance management platforms
• Ability to travel to project sites during construction and commissioning phases
• Strong documentation discipline and configuration management practices
• A detail-oriented, systems-focused mindset with the ability to lead troubleshooting efforts while collaborating cross-functionally
• Calm, intellectually curious, and composed under pressure in high-stakes compliance environments
• A commitment to technical rigor, accountability, long-term infrastructure reliability, and alignment with Intersect’s core values of Equity, Humility, Authenticity, Long-run Value, and People Come First

Nice To Haves

• Established professional relationships with ERCOT stakeholders, TSPs, OEMs, EPCs, or SCADA vendors are highly valuable

Responsibilities

• Design and Own SCADA Architecture
• Lead Plant Controls Integration
• Drive Grid Compliance and Commissioning Excellence
• Strengthen Cross-Functional Execution

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, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+
• 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track
• $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/ internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup and free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly paid company credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level