Job Description
13964 - Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA (remote, travel up to 25%) – Juno Beach, Florida Start Date: ASAP
Type: Temporary Project
Estimated Duration : 12+ months with possible extensions
Work Setting: 100% of the time at the Client’s site with occasional travel to field sites for implementation and troubleshooting, up to 25%
Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA
Required: • Availability to work 100% of the time at the Client’s site in
Juno Beach, FL and occasional travel (required);
• Experience in SCADA systems;
• Experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems (1-3 years);
• Experience with programming using function blocks, structured text, and ladder logic;
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC, etc.);
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.
Preferred: • Experience with Schneider M340 or M580 PLCs;
• Experience with Ignition HMI platform;
• Experience with renewable energy systems, particularly solar PV and battery storage;
• Experience with electrical power systems and instrumentation;
• Experience in project lifecycle from design through commissioning;
• Experience with industry standards and best practices for control systems.
Principal Controls Engineer
Required: • Progressive experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems using function block and structured text
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (Modbus TCP, DNP3, OPC UA, ICCP)
Preferred: • Experience with Schneider Electric M340/M580 PLCs and Control Expert
• Experience with Ignition Perspective SCADA platform
• Experience with utility-scale renewable energy systems and grid interconnection requirements
• Experience with electrical power systems fundamentals including voltage regulation
• Experience with cybersecurity best practices for industrial control systems
Responsibilities: • Design, develop, and implement PLC-based control systems for renewable energy projects;
• Program PLCs using various methods including function blocks, structured text, and ladder logic;
• Configure and maintain SCADA systems for monitoring and controlling PV and BESS installations;
• Develop and test HMI interfaces using Ignition platform;
• Develop control narratives, O&M manuals, and Functional Requirement Documents (FRDs) for projects;
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) for all projects;
• Troubleshoot control system issues and implement appropriate solutions.
Why apply?• Gain experience with one of the world's largest solar and wind energy providers, which last year briefly became the most valued U.S. energy company;
• Work with a great team of professionals and learn newest technologies and approaches;
• Enjoy our Client’s wonderful campus with top-notch facilities for work and recreation;
• Benefit from multiple projects extensions;
• Receive support and advice from Vitaver consultants who are already working at our Client’s site;
• Get extra cash by participating in Vitaver Successful Completion Bonus Program;
• Always get paid in full and on time.
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Extra income, Immediate start, Remote work,