SCADA Software Specialist – DER Systems

About Us Rodan Energy is a North American leader in distributed energy resources and energy intelligence, enabling a more reliable, cost effective, and decarbonized grid.

We partner with large energy users, utilities, and grid operators to design, finance, and operate high impact DER solutions—including asset optimization, demand response, metering, and power system engineering.

Managing 1,400+ MW of flexible capacity across Ontario, NYISO, PJM, MISO, and AESO, we make sustainable attainable. Why Join Rodan Be Part of the Energy Transition Join a fast-growing organization at the forefront of grid modernization and DER innovation, supporting mission critical infrastructure across North America. Work on Real World, High Impact Systems This role supports - Ignition-based SCADA platform that directly enables grid reliability, DER operations, and market participation across IESO, AESO, NYISO, and PJM markets. Collaborative, Technical Culture You’ll work alongside experienced engineers, operators, and technologists in a team environment that values technical excellence, reliability, and continuous improvement. What Makes This Role Great Hands On Technical Impact Be a core technical contributor developing, enhancing, and supporting Ignition‑based SCADA systems that directly support Rodan’s growing DER portfolio. Enable Scale and Stability Own key SCADA delivery work that improves turnaround times, reduces operational risk, and enables faster site onboarding and stronger system stability as our platform scales. Exposure to Complex, Evolving Markets Gain exposure to complex DER deployments and emerging North American electricity markets, playing a key role in strengthening Rodan’s SCADA capability as we expand. A True Specialist Role This is a dedicated SCADA‑Ignition specialist position, offering ownership, depth, and meaningful collaboration with experienced engineers and architects. Key Responsibilities Design, configure, develop, and maintain SCADA systems using Inductive Automation Ignition Support new DER and client projects, including site onboarding, configuration, and commissioning support Execute AVEVA to Ignition migrations, upgrades, and system enhancements Develop and maintain SCADA screens, dashboards, redundancy, and UI components Provide operational support and troubleshooting for SCADA‑Ignition related requests and tickets Perform Ignition upgrades, patching, testing, and QA Collaborate with DER Systems, Engineering, and Operations teams to support delivery and reliability Contribute to documentation, standards, templates, and continuous improvement of SCADA practices Participate in a tiered support and on‑call model as the team scales What Success Looks Like Successful delivery of Ignition migrations and new site onboarding Timely and reliable completion of SCADA enhancements and operational requests Improved system resiliency and reduced single point of failure risk Measurable reduction in reliance on senior DER engineers for tactical SCADA work Faster project delivery and more sustainable operational support model Required Skills & Qualifications ~ 2-3+ years of hands-on experience working in SCADA environments Ignition certification (preferred) Strong experience with Inductive Automation Ignition (HMI development, configuration, scripting and support) Experience with SCADA migrations, upgrades, or system enhancements Working knowledge of Python and/or Jython Familiarity with SCADA telemetry standards and industrial communication protocols Ability to troubleshoot and support production systems in operational environments Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross functional teams Experience in DER, energy, utilities, or critical infrastructure environments is an asset Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field Role Details Role Type: Permanent, Full Time Team: DER Systems Reporting To: Director, Engineering Location: Hybrid – Mississauga HQ (3 days per week expected) Rodan Benefits & Compensation Include Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000 Comprehensive benefits package RRSP match Opportunity to work on mission critical energy systems with real-world impact Please note that a criminal background check will be conducted as part of our hiring process.

Rodan Energy Solutions is committed to an inclusive, accessible recruitment and employment experience in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) .

Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process and, if hired, during employment.

If you require an accommodation, please contact jenny.dong@rodanenergy.com so we can work with you to meet your needs in a manner that respects dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity.

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