Control Systems Engineer

ERSG Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ERSG Ltd is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to lead the design and development of control systems for offshore and onshore renewable energy projects. You will work with the Technical Authority and project teams to ensure successful system integration from feasibility through handover.

You will coordinate with Civil, Mechanical and Electrical disciplines, contribute to supplier selection, and participate in FAT/SAT activities, ensuring compliance with company standards and OT security

Qualifications

• Experience in design of PLC based control systems including hardware/panel design and software logic.
• Experience with offshore control and monitoring systems including navigation aids, cable monitoring and protection.
• Knowledge of OT cyber security standards such as IEC62443.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Control System design and development from feasibility to handover.
• Collaborate with Civil, Mechanical and Electrical disciplines for integration.
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests and Site Acceptance Tests for Control System and SCADA equipment.
• Draft Employer's Requirement Specifications and support supplier selection.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Offshore experience

Network architectures

OT cyber security

Tools

Modbus

IEC 61850

DNP3

Job description

Control System Engineer

Base Location: Glasgow, Perth or Aberdeen

Role Details

As a Control Systems Engineer, you will provide technical expertise within our Engineering Control Systems team, working primarily on Offshore & Onshore (when required) Renewable energy projects. Working closely with the Technical Authority and project teams, you'll be responsible for leading and coordinating the Control System design and development, overseeing the complete system integration from feasibility to project handover. You will also be accountable for driving Value and Innovation for the Controls Engineering team, identifying and implementing new technologies and best practices which reduce costs and/or improve performance of assets.

Some other main accountabilities will include

• Working with other engineering disciplines such as Civil, Mechanical and Electrical for coordination of works.
• Working across and supporting several offshore project packages including Marine, ESI, Turbines and Cables
• Travel to control centres and offshore installations to support construction and commissioning activities
• Drafting Employers Requirement Specifications for the Control System and support the project team during the supplier selection process.
• Reviewing supplier documentation for compliance with company technical standards.
• Attending various Factory Acceptance Tests and Site Acceptance Tests for the Control System and SCADA equipment.
• Designing and configuring PLC based Control Systems, SCADA platforms and the associated network architectures.

Role Requirements

• A good understanding of the development and construction of Renewable Energy projects.
• Experience in the design of PLC based control systems including hardware/panel design as well as software logic and database configuration using standardised control programming languages.
• Demonstrable experience with typical renewables offshore control and monitoring system including maritime aids to navigation, cable monitoring and protection systems, HV control and protection systems
• Working knowledge of mission critical communications systems such as DMR, TETRA, private LTE/5G/4G and associated infrastructure
• Experience of design, commissioning and operations of offshore substations and installations
• Knowledge of Ethernet and serial-based communication protocols, such as Modbus, DNP3, OPC, ODBC, IEC (phone number removed)-104 and IEC61850.
• An understanding of OT Cyber Security industry standards and current best practices such as IEC62443.
• Previous experience working with any of the major WTG SCADA systems, second tier SCADA systems, remote control centres or other Renewable Energy Control Systems is desirable. An innovative mind-set and a flexible approach, along with excellent communication skills that allow you to engage effectively with varying levels of stakeholders across the business and beyond

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit