Scattergood Generation

Project Summary:
2013 - 2015
The Scattergood Generating Station is a sprawling 55-acre facility located adjacent to the Pacific Ocean in Playa Del Rey, primarily serving the Westside of Los Angeles. This facility consists of three existing units, all of which are conventional steam turbine generators that utilize natural gas in boiler units to generate steam. These units collectively possess a gross capacity of 830 MW. Units 1 and 2 were constructed in the 1950s, while Unit 3 commenced operation in 1974 and boasts the highest output of 460 megawatts.

The Scattergood Generating Station Repowering Project was initiated to replace the aging Unit 3 with a highly efficient combined cycle turbine, incorporating both natural gas and steam generation, alongside two simple-cycle turbines. Both the combined-cycle and simple-cycle turbines offer the capability for rapid start-up and ramping to meet short-term surges in electrical demand and to facilitate the flexible integration of renewable energy sources.

My Role
My involvement in this project entailed assisting in the design, configuration, and installation of the network and computer systems. This setup adhered to standard network protocols, including an Internet Service Provider (ISP), router, Layer-3 switches, server, and wireless access points. Additionally, I made regular visits to the project office, typically a few times a month, to provide on-site support, complementing the remote support services offered.