Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA
About the role
This is a 1-year contract assignment based in Juno Beach, FL. The Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA position supports the development, implementation, and maintenance of control systems for PV (Photovoltaic) and BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) projects.
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
- Create 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
Qualifications
- Experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems
- 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
Skills
- PLC programming
- SCADA systems
- HMI development
- Renewable energy systems
- Solar PV and battery storage
- Electrical power systems and instrumentation
- Project lifecycle management
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions
Pay
The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $65.00/hr. to 70.00/hr.
Schedule
This is a 1-year contract assignment.
Company Information
WECTEC Staffing Services is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC. They provide customer-focused solutions with offerings ranging from high-volume and low-cost to specialized niche solutions, never compromising on delivering best-in-class customer service to both their clients and their professionals each day.