About the role
- Develop SCADA architecture for utility‑scale solar plants in Bharuch (10 MW to 500 MW).
- Prepare SCADA design packages, including network diagrams, I/O lists, fiber layouts, and communication topologies.
- Define specs for PLCs/RTUs, gateways, servers, switches, firewalls, and SCADA cabinets.
- Select and manage communication protocols like Modbus RTU/TCP, IEC 104, OPC‑UA, DNP3, etc.
- Lead SCADA installation, testing, and commissioning at Bharuch solar site(s).
- Perform FAT/SAT with contractors and OEMs.
- Ensure integration with:
- Central Inverters / String Inverters
- SMBs / SCBs
- Energy meters
- WMS (Weather Monitoring Stations)
- HT panels, switchgear, and transformers
- Coordinate with on‑site electrical & automation teams to meet commissioning timelines.
- Ensure 24×7 real‑time monitoring and >99% SCADA uptime.
- Troubleshoot data gaps, alarms, communication interruptions, network failures.
- Develop dashboards for performance analytics for corporate/O&M teams.
- Train O&M staff at Bharuch site on SCADA operations and data retrieval.
- Manage SCADA servers, data historian, backups, and cloud sync.
- Maintain secure access (VPN, firewalls, restricted ports).
- Ensure compliance with CEA guidelines for cybersecurity in power systems.
- Lead technical discussions with automation vendors, inverter OEMs, EPC contractors.
- Evaluate SCADA proposals and negotiate cost‑effective solutions for Bharuch sites.
- Maintain documentation:
- As‑built drawings
- SCADA architecture
- Network diagrams
- FAT/SAT protocols
- SOPs
- Maintenance logs
- B.Tech/B.E. in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation / Control Systems.
- 6–12+ years of experience in SCADA systems for solar power plants (mandatory).
- Strong exposure to:
- PLC/RTU programming
- Fiber optic networks
- Industrial communication protocols
- Solar plant equipment integration
- Hands-on site commissioning experience is essential.
- SCADA Tools: Siemens WinCC, Wonderware, Schneider, Ignition, ABB, etc.
- Networking: L2/L3 switches, routers, fiber patching, VLANs, IP planning.
- Cybersecurity protocols for power systems.
- Strong troubleshooting skills for inverters, WMS, SCBs, and meters.
- Strong leadership for managing site teams and contractors.
- Excellent coordination with HO, EPC, and O&M departments.
- Problem-solving mindset with high accountability.
- Ability to work in remote site conditions (Bharuch field environment).
- Precise documentation & communication.
- SCADA Availability: >99%
- Zero long-duration communication loss
- On-time commissioning
- SLA compliance with vendors
- Real-time reporting accuracy
- Cybersecurity compliance