Automation Designer I (Controls Engineer)

Nor-Cal Controls ES, Inc; Cameron Park (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with safe harbor matching

Medical benefits (employee-only)

Company events and activities

Job summary

Nor-Cal Controls ES, LLC. in El Dorado Hills, CA is seeking an Automation Designer I to design, develop, and commission SCADA systems for utility-scale solar PV projects.

The role offers in-office or hybrid work options and a salary range of $110,000 to $120,000 per year, with consideration for experience and education. Strong PLC and PID control experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Engineering B.S. in Automation, Controls, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar.
• 1–3 years experience designing and developing SCADA for utility-scale solar PV projects.
• PLC programming and PID control experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and commission a solar PV SCADA project.
• Provide excellent customer service with same-day responses to emails/calls.
• Align with Nor-Cal’s Core Values and project milestones.

Skills

SCADA design

PLC programming

PID control

Solar PV

Education

Engineering B.S. in Automation/Controls/CE/EE

Job description

Renewable energy continues to expand and we want you to be a part of it! Nor-Cal Controls engineers controls solutions for utility-scale renewable energy power plants and we are looking for an Automation Designer I to join our talented team! As an Automation Designer I, you will design, develop, and commission SCADA systems for utility-scale solar PV projects. You will also be responsible for handling SCADA project-related tasks of intermediate scope and complexity. This role is open to in-office or hybrid work options with a salary range of $110,000 - $120,000 annually*.

*Salary is determined by multiple factors including relevant experience, education, place of residence (if remote), and internal parity.

Why Join Us?

• A workplace culture that celebrates collaboration, teamwork, and inclusivity.
• 401(K) with safe harbor matching.
• Gold-level medical benefits with employee-only premiums paid at 100%.
• We’re a lot of fun! Company activities, social Fridays, and more!

What will a successful Automation Designer I accomplish in the first year?

• Provide excellent customer service, including same day response to customer emails or calls.
• Design, develop, and commission a solar PV SCADA project.
• Consistently meet Nor-Cal’s Core Values.

Preferred experience:

• Engineering B.S. degree (Automation, Controls, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar), or equivalent experience.
• 1- 3 years of experience designing and developing SCADA systems for utility-scale solar PV projects.
• Professional, hands-on experience with PLC programming and PID control systems.

From humble beginnings, Nor-Cal Controls ES, LLC.(located in El Dorado Hills, CA) has grown over the past 20 years to be the leading controls provider and systems integrator for renewable energies in the United States. Nor-Cal has led by adhering to our core values of Family, Dependability, Hard Work, Trust, and Knowledge. Our philosophy is simple: we take care of our clients by taking care of our employees. In addition to competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and flexible work options, we pride ourselves on having a healthy work environment that promotes diversity, collaboration, and professional growth