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RWE Clean Energy, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

**Functional area:** Engineering

**Remuneration:** Exempt

The **Director, Plant Controls** , within RWE Clean Energy ensures that control solutions for renewable energy projects for RWE and its customers are designed with the highest quality for the entire life cycle, from the development phase to operations. This position executes on the design, construction, commissioning, and administration of control systems for utility-scale plants within RWE Clean Energy.

The Director of Plant Controls Engineering at RWE Clean Energy plays a critical leadership role overseeing the development, design, configuration, commissioning and integration to operations of the plant control systems (also know as Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems) across our portfolio of renewable assets (wind, solar, battery storage). Their responsibilities span technical oversight, strategic planning, cross-functional leadership, compliance, and team development.

In this position, you will be overseeing a team of engineers involved in all the different stages of the project, starting from the design stage, then guiding the implementation phase, and supporting the on-site commissioning of the solution. You will work hand-in-hand with third-party providers and equipment manufacturers, assessing the most suitable options and overseeing the introduction of new designs into the portfolio.

The Director of Plant Controls Engineering is a key interface between Development, Construction, and Operations for new utility-scale projects.

Role Responsibilities:

+ Develop and oversee the implementation of the plant controls vision, strategy, and roadmap aligned with enterprise goals

+ Define system architecture standards and technology stack for integrating new assets

+ Lead and guide Plant Controls engineers to oversee the design, construction, configuration, and commissioning of systems for utility-scale renewable assets

+ Manage internal and third-party engineering resources to ensure systems meet performance, cybersecurity, and compliance requirements

+ Ensure solutions are as standardized as possible to enable centralized monitoring and remote support across a fleet of 10 GW or more

+ Ensure that plant control systems comply with NERC CIP, ISO, FERC, and other applicable regulatory standards

+ Collaborate with cybersecurity and OT teams to implement best practices, including network segmentation, access control, encryption, and incident response

+ Select and manage plant controls vendors, integrators, OEMs, and consultants

+ Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing engineering team

+ Promote collaboration, knowledge sharing, technical training, and career development within the team.

+ Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and innovation

+ Maintain and further develop the existing work management system (JIRA) and knowledge-sharing tools (Confluence)

+ Collaborate with Engineering, IT/OT, Compliance, Operations, and Finance to align system capabilities with business needs

+ Develop and manage the Plant Controls department budget

+ Forecast and allocate resources for capital projects, maintenance, upgrades, and staffing

Job Requirements and Experiences:

+ A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Control Engineering, a similar field of engineering, or equivalent professional experience

+ A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in control systems and SCADA platforms (any industry); power/renewables experience is highly regarded

+ Experience leading teams working on complex projects

+ Understands networking design fundamentals, including fiber/ethernet, switch, and VLAN configuration.

+ Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850), network architecture, and real-time data systems

+ Experience with NERC CIP and other regulatory frameworks

+ Has proven expertise contributing to technical documentation, including exhibits, scope of works, functional descriptions, and plant control narratives

+ Structured and thorough in analyzing and documenting requirements and creating technical documentation for different stakeholders

+ Demonstrated experience in commissioning networking and plant controls

+ Experience within renewable energy or the power industry is highly regarded, but not required

+ Strong leadership and team-building skills

+ Ability to demonstrate strategic vision

+ Ability to learn new software programs quickly

+ Ability to work successfully with a team daily in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

+ Ability to perform multiple projects simultaneously

+ Ability to be discreet and maintain confidentiality

+ Strong interpersonal skills

+ Strong written and oral communication skills, including presentation skills

+ High attention to detail

+ Reports upwards on project status and progress

+ Works effectively with technical members of adjacent teams, seeking to understand and resolve gaps.

+ Effective communicator capable of working with people from different backgrounds.

+ High attention to detail

+ Excellent interpersonal skills, energetic, and a self-starter

+ Proactive in resolving issues

+ Effectively uses team collaboration tools and software

+ Must be open to collaboration and working in a team environment

+ Clear passion and motivation to work in the renewables industry

Work Environment:

This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWECE offices and field locations. The employee must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time.

**Pay range:** The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois $176,000 - $220,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

**Benefits offered:** Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Through its subsidiary RWE Clean Energy, RWE is the third largest renewable energy company in the United States, with a presence in most U.S. states from coast to coast. RWE’s team of about 2,000 employees in the U.S. stands ready to help meet the nation’s growing energy needs. With its homegrown and fastest-to-market product, RWE supports the goal of American Energy dominance and independence. To that end, RWE Clean Energy is committed to increasing its already strong asset base of over 10 gigawatts of operating wind, solar and battery projects, focusing on providing high-quality jobs. RWE invests in local and rural communities while strengthening domestic manufacturing supporting the renaissance of American industry. This is complemented by RWE’s energy trading business. RWE is also a major offtaker of American liquified natural gas (LNG).

As an energy company with a successful history spanning more than 125 years, RWE has an extensive knowledge of the energy markets and an excellent expertise in all major power generation and storage technologies, from nuclear, coal and gas to hydro, batteries, wind and solar.

Every project brings constantly-evolving technical, practical and social challenges – and drives a culture where everybody thrives, has fun and feels excited by each day. As the third largest renewable energy company in the U.S., you’ll also have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies – and continuously improve, together.