Senior Control Systems Engineer

About the role

JUWI Inc., based in Boulder, Colorado, is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to join its growing team. The ideal candidate will lead the development, specification, configuration, inspection, and testing/ commissioning of SCADA and tracker control systems for large PV power plants.

Responsibilities

• Develop hardware and automation/ controls solutions in accordance with the approved architecture using software tools typical of the trade.
• Specify hardware for monitoring and control systems including industrial network, PLCs, I/O and instrumentation equipment.
• Own the controls drawing set and communicate/ clarify details to all stakeholders.
• Direct field inspection and commissioning efforts of tracker control systems and subsystems.
• Assist in the commissioning and maintenance of SCADA systems and troubleshoot failures of networks, hardware, instrumentation, and data interfaces.
• Assist SCADA and network engineers to integrate plant networks with owner-provided external communications interfaces.
• Implement internal “plant network” communication interfaces for protective relays, PLCs, PTZ cameras, and custom equipment such as inverters and specialty/ meteorological instruments.
• Maintain knowledge of controls, instrumentation, and telecom markets, keeping up with latest software and hardware available.
• Design and implement effective human graphical interface solutions with input from Electrical Engineers, SCADA Engineers, and Operations Engineers.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of a distributed system architecture to access, present and analyze data from operating facilities.
• Aid Electrical engineers in developing/ deploying/ troubleshooting substation controls and the Power Plant Controller.
• Work with IT group and SCADA engineers to provide coordinated solutions for remote connectivity to facilities via ISP.
• Aid with the operability and reliability of the remote computers, software and site networked equipment including upgrades, troubleshooting and corrective action.

Requirements

• Degree in electrical or controls engineering.
• 4-7 years of controls experience.
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD and CODESYS/ IEC61131-3 programming languages (preferred).
• Professional Engineering license preferred or in process.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook applications.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% - 20% and work flexible hours.
• Demonstrated efficiency in managing multi-disciplinary tasks.
• Ability to work autonomously, take initiative, and organize work in an independent manner.

Qualifications

• Experience with solar PV single axis tracker systems.
• Research and development of novel hardware and software solutions.

Skills

• Experience with SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of industrial network, PLCs, I/O and instrumentation equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Benefits

Target Base Salary: $100,000 - $125,000. Attractive Bonus Potential. JUWI offers a full range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance with attractive premiums, 401(k) match, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability and Long-term Disability.