IHI Terrasun Solutions

Senior Controls Engineer – Energy Storage

IHI Terrasun Solutions

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $145,000 - $185,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of controls software libraries, PLC hardware design, and documentation for battery energy storage projects and product solutions
  • Develop and maintain a universal, scalable PLC platform that integrates with multiple project configuration and equipment, including the maintenance of PLC BOM and specification
  • Develop and maintain the control libraries for the energy storage controller, including the integration of new PCS and Battery configurations into the control libraries
  • Develop and maintain design documentation, including FMEA’s, System Requirements, Design Standards, and the Controls O&M Manual
  • Support the development of the application specific HMI/UI for commissioning and operation of the energy storage system
  • Testing and validation of developed components, including support for factory acceptance tests, on-site commissioning, and site acceptance tests
  • Vendor oversight – technical oversight of vendors for specific projects
  • Participate in product planning and roadmap development
  • Understand relevant safety and compliance requirements and ensure adherence
  • Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Engineering Manager

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical or Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Process Controls, Engineering Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience
  • 8+ years’ experience in power systems including high power (100 kW and above) inverters and DC systems or turbine controls
  • 8+ years‘ experience in technical and data-related roles including demonstrated experience with implementing, operating, and maintaining PLC based control system software
  • Knowledge of Medium and Low voltage distribution and protection systems
  • Knowledge of Analog electronics (e.g., highly accurate power measurements)
  • Familiarity with isolation, DC-DC power supplies, serial communication circuits
  • Experience with battery and power management strongly desired
  • Understanding of communications diagrams and advanced networking topology is required
  • Working knowledge of network security, structured programming languages, energy storage control software, industrial communication protocols, and monitor and control systems
  • Background with substation communication equipment and industrial protocols (MODBUS, DNP, ICCP, and OPC) is required
  • Experience with design tools such as Microsoft Visio, etc. is required
  • Experience with GE, Rockwell Automation, Schneider Electric or SEL PLC products, IEC 61131-3 programming languages, and Ignition HMI is a plus
  • Agile, able to handle rapidly changing requirements
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal/written)
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Windows system administration.
Benefits
  • 100% employer paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Unlimited paid time off
  • Short-term & long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) with match
  • Life insurance
  • Tuition assistance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Flexible schedules
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
PLC programmingcontrol system softwarepower systemsanalog electronicsnetwork securitystructured programming languagesenergy storage control softwareindustrial communication protocolssubstation communication equipmentbattery management
Soft Skills
communication skillsvendor oversightproduct planningadaptabilityteam collaboration