Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA

Westinghouse Electric Company; Massachusetts; Remote; USD 89,544 - 96,432; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacations

Job summary

A leader in energy solutions is looking for a Controls Engineer to support the development of cutting-edge control systems for renewable energy projects. This position requires extensive experience in PLC programming and SCADA systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 15 years of experience in industrial control systems. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered. This is a contract role primarily based in Florida but may include remote work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 15 years of experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems.
• Experience with protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, and OPC.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement PLC-based control systems for renewable energy projects.
• Configure and maintain SCADA systems for monitoring.
• Support commissioning and startup activities for systems.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

HMI development

Function blocks

Ladder logic

Project lifecycle management

Electrical power systems

Project commissioning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Ignition HMI platform

Schneider M340 or M580 PLCs

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract, and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

Opportunity Overview

Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA position based in Juno Beach, FL. This is a 1-year contract assignment (W-2). You will support the development, implementation, and maintenance of control systems for their PV (Photovoltaic) and BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) projects. The ideal candidate will have experience with PLC programming, SCADA systems, and HMI development.

Your Day-to-Day

• Design, develop, and implement PLC-based control systems for renewable energy projects
• Program PLCs using various methods including function blocks, structured text, and ladder logic
• Configure and maintain SCADA systems for monitoring and controlling PV and BESS installations
• Develop and test HMI interfaces using Ignition platform
• Develop control narratives, O&M manuals, and Functional Requirement Documents (FRDs) for projects
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) for all projects
• Troubleshoot control system issues and implement appropriate solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery
• Document control system designs, configurations, and modifications
• Support commissioning and startup activities for new and modified systems

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
• 15 years of experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems
• Proficiency in programming using function blocks, structured text, and ladder logic
• Experience with protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC, etc.)
• Experience with Schneider M340 or M580 PLCs
• Experience with Ignition HMI platform
• Knowledge of renewable energy systems, solar PV and battery storage
• Understanding of electrical power systems and instrumentation
• Experience with project lifecycle from design through commissioning
• Familiarity with industry best practices for control systems

Our Safety Pledge To You

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees.

Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $65.00/hr. to $70.00/hr.

WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com

You can submit your completed application, and explore other available options, using the following link: careers.westinghousenuclear.com

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