OT SCADA Engineer in Durham

The Company Cypress Creek Renewables is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose-driven organization. We hope you will join us.

Overview

Cypress Creek Solutions is seeking a highly skilled OT SCADA Engineer to support, maintain, and enhance supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems across utility-scale solar sites. This role is responsible for ensuring reliable monitoring, control, and secure communication between field devices and control centers using platforms such as Ignition and Cimplicity, while maintaining robust OT cybersecurity practices with Palo Alto Networks firewalls and Cisco switching infrastructure. Additionally, this role combines office/control room responsibilities with field support, including occasional travel to solar sites and on-call rotation for critical system support.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain SCADA systems using Ignition and Cimplicity
• Integrate solar plant equipment (inverters, meters, trackers, weather stations) into SCADA systems
• Support real-time monitoring and control of solar assets from centralized control rooms
• Develop HMI/GUI screens, dashboards, and alarm management systems
• Troubleshoot SCADA communication protocols (Modbus TCP/IP, DNP3, OPC, SNMP)
• Support upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management of SCADA and network systems

Network and Infrastructure

• Configure and maintain industrial networking infrastructure using Cisco switches
• Implement VLANs, trunking, port security, and QoS for OT networks
• Deploy and manage Palo Alto Networks firewalls for segmentation and cybersecurity compliance

Monitoring and Troubleshooting

• Monitor and respond to network and SCADA system performance issues
• Collaborate with engineering, IT, and field teams for commissioning and integration of new sites

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain system documentation, network diagrams, and configuration backups
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards (NERC CIP, ISA/IEC 62443, or company policies)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of experience in SCADA/OT environments, preferably in renewable energy
• Hands-on experience with:

• Ignition SCADA
• Cimplicity (GE Digital)
• Industrial communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in utility-scale solar or renewable energy systems
• Knowledge of power generation systems and inverter communications
• Experience with historian systems and data analytics tools
• Familiarity with virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V)
• Scripting or automation experience (Python, PowerShell)
• SCADA system design & troubleshooting
• Industrial networking & cybersecurity
• Real-time data acquisition & control
• Problem-solving in critical infrastructure environments
• Strong communication and documentation skills

Location: This role is open to Durham, NC, with approximately 10% field travel and occasional on-call availability during off-shift hours and weekends as needed.

Benefits: 15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays. 401(k) Match Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave Tuition Reimbursement Phone Bill Reimbursement Company Swag

Cypress Creek Renewables is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and values diversity, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.