SCADA Design - Solar

Position SCADA Design

Function Engineering & Design Renewable Energy (Solar)

Location Navi Mumbai/Bangalore

Business Reliance RE Power

Reporting To Head –Engineering Head

About the Role

Reliance RE Power is looking for an experienced SCADA Design Manager to lead the design, engineering, and implementation of SCADA, Plant Monitoring Systems (PMS), Communication Networks, and Automation solutions for Utility-Scale Solar PV, BESS, Hybrid Renewable Energy, and Substation projects.

The incumbent will be responsible for developing robust SCADA architectures, ensuring seamless communication between plant equipment and control centers, standardizing engineering practices, managing EPC partners, and delivering secure, reliable, and scalable automation systems aligned with national and international standards.

Key Responsibilities

SCADA System Design

• Lead end-to-end engineering of SCADA systems for Utility Scale Solar PV and Hybrid Renewable Energy projects.
• Develop complete SCADA architecture from plant level to remote monitoring centers.
• Prepare SCADA philosophy, design basis, system architecture, and communication philosophy.
• Develop system layouts, control room architecture, and networking topology.
• Define Plant Monitoring System (PMS) requirements.

Engineering Deliverables

Prepare and review:

• SCADA Architecture Drawings
• Communication Single Line Diagrams
• Network Topology
• Fiber Optic Routing Drawings
• Panel GA Drawings
• Cable Schedule
• IO Lists
• Data Point Lists
• Communication Matrix
• Functional Design Specifications (FDS)
• Cause & Effect Matrix
• Control Philosophy
• System Configuration Documents
• FAT/SAT Procedures

Grid Connectivity

Design SCADA systems compliant with:

• CEA Regulations
• Grid Codes
• SLDC Requirements
• RLDC Requirements
• State Utility Requirements
• Renewable Energy Monitoring Requirements

Coordinate with DISCOMs, STU, CTU, and Grid Authorities for communication approvals.

Cyber Security

• Develop secure SCADA network architecture.
• Implement cybersecurity practices in accordance with IEC 62443 and relevant standards.
• Design firewall architecture, VLAN segmentation, VPN connectivity, user authentication, and secure remote access.
• Ensure compliance with organizational cybersecurity policies.

Vendor & EPC Management

• Prepare technical specifications and RFQs for SCADA systems.
• Evaluate OEMs and vendors.
• Review technical bids.
• Conduct technical clarifications.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors and system integrators.
• Participate in factory inspections and FAT.

Site Support

Provide engineering support during:

• Installation
• Configuration
• FAT
• SAT
• Commissioning
• Performance Testing
• Grid Synchronization

Troubleshoot communication and integration issues during commissioning.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor SCADA design engineers.
• Develop engineering standards and best practices.
• Standardize design templates across projects.
• Drive engineering quality and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with Electrical, Civil, Protection, BESS, Project Execution, and O&M teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or related discipline.
• Master's Degree is preferred.

Experience

• 12–18 years of experience in SCADA, Automation, Communication Engineering, or Power System Automation.
• Minimum 5 years in Utility Scale Solar or Renewable Energy projects.
• Experience in leading engineering teams at a managerial level.
• Exposure to BESS, Hybrid Renewable Energy, or Grid Automation projects is highly desirable.

Knowledge Areas

• Utility Scale Solar Plants
• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Hybrid Renewable Projects

Preferred Industry Background

Candidates from:

• Renewable Energy (Solar)
• EPC Companies