Controls Engineer - PLC​/SCADA​/HMI; remote

Position: Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA/HMI (remote)
14442 - Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA/HMI (remote) - Juno Beach, FL
Start Date
: ASAP
Type: Temporary Project
Estimated Duration
:12 months with possible extensions
Work Setting: Remote with ability to travel up to 25%

Required:

• Experience in PLC programming, preferably Schneider Electric platforms (11+ years);

• Experience with Modbus, DNP3, and industrial communication protocols

• Experience with Ignition SCADA platform and HMI development

• Experience with power systems and utility-scale energy project

• Experience in utility-scale renewable energy or power generation projects

• Experience with BESS control systems, inverters, and energy storage technologies

• Experience with grid interconnection requirements and utility standards

• Experience with FAT/SAT testing procedures and commissioning protocols

• Experience with PPA, LGIA, and OEM testing completion

• Ability to travel up to 25% for project commissioning support

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Preferred:

• NERC CIP cybersecurity experience

Responsibilities:

• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC systems, primarily using Schneider Electric platforms, to support utility-scale renewable energy and power generation projects.

• Develop and integrate control systems using industrial communication protocols such as Modbus and DNP3, ensuring reliable data exchange across power system components.

• Configure and maintain Ignition SCADA systems and HMI applications to provide real-time monitoring, control, and visualization of plant operations.

• Support BESS control systems, inverters, and energy storage technologies, ensuring proper integration with plant-level and grid-level controls.

• Ensure compliance with grid interconnection requirements, utility standards, PPAs, LGIAs, and OEM testing requirements throughout project development and commissioning.

• Lead and support FAT/SAT testing procedures and commissioning protocols, including on-site travel (up to 25%) to validate system performance and operational readiness.

• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, and project teams to implement secure and reliable control architectures, including adherence to NERC CIP standards when applicable.

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