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