Controls Engineer – PLC/SCADA
Westinghouse Electric Company
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Location Type: Office
Location: Juno Beach • Florida • United States
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Salary
💰 $65 - $70 per hour
About the role
- 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
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery
- Document control system designs, configurations, and modifications
- Support commissioning and startup activities for new and modified systems
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
- 15 years of experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems
- Proficiency in programming using function blocks, structured text, and ladder logic
- Experience with protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC, etc.)
- Experience with Schneider M340 or M580 PLCs
- Experience with Ignition HMI platform
- Knowledge of renewable energy systems, solar PV and battery storage
- Understanding of electrical power systems and instrumentation
- Experience with project lifecycle from design through commissioning
- Familiarity with industry best practices for control systems
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
PLC programmingfunction blocksstructured textladder logicSCADA systemsHMI developmentFactory Acceptance Testingtroubleshootingproject lifecycle managementcontrol system documentation
Soft Skills
collaborationproblem-solvingcommunicationorganizational skills
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Computer Engineering