Solar SCADA Engineer

Job Purpose

To monitor, maintain, and optimize SCADA systems for solar power plants, ensuring accurate data acquisition, real-time monitoring, and improved plant performance and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor solar plant performance through SCADA systems on a real-time basis
• Analyze generation, irradiation, and equipment data to identify performance gaps
• Troubleshoot SCADA issues, communication failures, and field device faults
• Ensure seamless data acquisition from inverters, meters, weather stations, and other devices
• Coordinate with site O&M teams for fault resolution and system restoration
• Maintain SCADA servers, PLCs, RTUs, and communication networks
• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports
• Improve SCADA vs actual data accuracy and reduce deviations
• Configure alarms, alerts, and event monitoring systems
• Support new plant integration and SCADA commissioning activities
• Ensure cybersecurity, system integrity, and compliance documentation

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation Engineering

Experience

• 4 to 6 years of experience in SCADA systems, preferably in solar or renewable energy projects

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of SCADA architecture and operation
• Experience with PLC systems (Siemens / Schneider / Allen-Bradley)
• Familiarity with communication protocols (MODBUS, OPC, IEC 60870-5-104)
• Understanding of solar plant equipment and power systems
• Basic networking knowledge (LAN/WAN, Fiber optics, switches, routers)
• Proficiency in MS Excel and data analysis

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Good communication and coordination ability
• Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and monitoring environment