Principal/Lead Systems Engineer

  • RFD Beaufort, Inc.
  • Virginia Beach, Virginia
  • 09/19/2026
Full time Information Technology Telecommunications

Job Description

RFD Beaufort, Inc. (Her Firestone) seeks a Principal/Lead Systems Engineer to drive the design and integration of complex renewable energy systems for residential, commercial, and utility-scale projects. You will define system architecture, reliability, and security standards while guiding grid interconnection, EMS/SCADA integration, and performance optimization. Partnering with cross-functional teams, you'll lead technical roadmaps, mentor engineers, and ensure adherence to safety and regulatory standards, directly advancing Her Firestone's mission to deliver innovative, eco-friendly energy solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end design and integration of large-scale solar and renewable energy systems
  • Define system architecture, reliability, security, and scalability standards
  • Oversee grid interconnection, EMS/SCADA integration, and performance optimization
  • Guide implementation of monitoring, diagnostics, and control systems
  • Drive technical roadmaps and evaluate new clean-energy technologies
  • Collaborate with project, operations, and field teams on utility-scale deployments
  • Establish engineering best practices, documentation, and review processes
  • Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across projects
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and industry standards
  • Support proposals, cost estimates, and technical presentations to stakeholders

Required Skills

  • Systems engineering
  • Electrical power systems
  • Renewable energy systems
  • Solar PV design
  • SCADA/EMS integration
  • Grid interconnection standards
  • Systems architecture
  • Reliability and performance engineering
  • Cybersecurity for industrial systems
  • Technical documentation