SCADA Engineering Summer Associate (Intern)
Job Description
Job DescriptionCompany Description
Apex Clean Energy was founded with a singular focus: to accelerate the shift to clean energy. Through origination, construction, and operation of utility-scale wind, solar, and storage facilities, distributed energy resources, and green fuel technologies, Apex is expanding the renewable frontier across North America. Our mission-driven team of more than 400 professionals uses a data-focused approach and an unrivaled portfolio of projects to create solutions for the world’s most innovative and forward-thinking customers. For more information about how Apex is building the energy company of the future, visit apexcleanenergy.com.
Apex strives to excel in every phase of project realization, from origination and financing to construction and asset management. Our mission-driven team seeks determined, resolute individuals who strive to innovate and go above the call of duty, and who will relentlessly do their part to help accelerate the shift to America’s clean energy future.
Job Description
Apex is seeking a summer associate to assist in the creation and maintenance of SCADA tools that support our operating fleet of wind, solar, and battery projects. The SCADA Engineering Associate will support Apex Clean Energy’s SCADA team with communications audits, alarm standardization, system integrations, and automation improvements across operating renewable energy sites. This internship offers hands-on exposure to real-world SCADA systems, substation communications, alarm management, and fleet-wide operational support.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- Interest in SCADA systems, industrial automation, or power systems
- Familiarity with networking concepts (TCP/IP, ports, basic troubleshooting) preferred
- Exposure to PLCs, RTACs, Ignition, or industrial control systems is a plus
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Previous energy experience or interest in renewable energy
Additional Information
- The summer associate program will run from June 1 through August 7 but we can be flexible with the start and end dates
- Hours: Full Time
- Type: Non-Exempt
- Paid Internship: Undergraduate, $17/Hour; Graduate, $27/Hour
- Office Location: Our Charlottesville, VA headquarters
Apex Clean Energy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.