PLC & SCADA Engineer (all genders)

meteocontrol GmbH; Santiago; Presencial; CLP 28.818.000 - 48.031.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading automation company is seeking a PLC & SCADA Engineer to support projects in the Iberoamerican market. You'll develop intelligent control systems for large-scale photovoltaic power plants. The ideal candidate will have a solid engineering background, experience in PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, and knowledge of both English and Spanish. A flexible working environment and various perks are offered.

Servicios

Flexible home office and working time model

Prepaid Lunch card

Team events

Formación

• Degree in Engineering or a technical background related to industrial or energy automation.
• Proven experience in PLC programming and HMI/SCADA development.
• Strong knowledge of Structured Text (ST).
• Fluency in English and Spanish.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and maintain PLC programs using Structured Text (ST).
• Design and implement HMI interfaces and control logic.
• Configure hardware components including I/O modules and communication interfaces.
• Perform remote and on-site commissioning of monitoring and control systems.

Conocimientos

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA development

Structured Text

Industrial protocols (Modbus, IEC101/102/104)

Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP)

VBA scripting

Cybersecurity principles

Analytical skills

Fluency in English and Spanish

Educación

Degree in Engineering or related field

Herramientas

Codesys

WAGO PLCs

Descripción del empleo

Your Profile:

• Degree in Engineering or a technical background related to industrial or energy automation
• Proven experience in PLC programming and HMI/SCADA development (WAGO experience is a plus)
• Strong knowledge of Structured Text (ST)
• Familiarity with industrial protocols (e.g. Modbus, IEC101/102/104)
• Experience with RTUs, plant automation, power control, and SCADA functionalities
• Knowledge of VBA scripting
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, subnetting, routing/switching)
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and firewall configuration (e.g. FortiGate, Palo Alto)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Fluency in English and Spanish (spoken and written)

Interested? We look forward to receiving your application. Please note that applications must be submitted in English.

You Can Look Forward To:

• Working for a better future: with us, you'll create a better future for us and all the generations after us
• Flexibility: With our flexible home office and working time model
• Prepaid Lunch card: In addition to your salary, we support you with a Ticket Restaurant
• Team events: Be part of a team not just at work, our summer and Christmas parties await

Your Contact Person

Camilla Geismar
Talent Acquisition Manager
[e-mail]

Your Mission:

As a PLC & SCADA Engineer, you will play a key role in the automation and monitoring of large-scale photovoltaic power plants across the Iberoamerican market. You’ll develop and implement intelligent control systems and work at the intersection of software, hardware, and renewable energy.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain PLC programs using Structured Text (ST), primarily on the Codesys platform (WAGO PLCs)
• Design and implement HMI interfaces and control logic
• Configure hardware components including I/O modules and communication interfaces
• Test and debug PLC programs and automation systems
• Perform remote and on-site commissioning of monitoring and control systems for utility-scale PV plants, primarily in the Iberian region
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement automation solutions
• Create and maintain documentation such as schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals