Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 89,544,000 - 96,432,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid vacations

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC seeks a highly skilled Controls Engineer (PLC/SCADA) based in Florida. The role focuses on designing and implementing PLC-based control systems for PV and battery energy storage projects, with FAT, FAT and cross-functional collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.

You will program PLCs, configure SCADA, and develop HMI interfaces using Ignition. A strong background in electrical power systems and industry standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.
• Extensive PLC programming and control systems experience.
• Knowledge of SCADA, HMI development, and related protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement PLC-based control systems for renewable projects.
• Program PLCs using function blocks, structured text, and ladder logic.
• Configure and maintain SCADA for PV and BESS installations.
• Develop HMI interfaces using Ignition platform.
• Create FRDs, O&M manuals, and control narratives for projects.
• Conduct FAT and troubleshoot control systems as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

HMI development

Ignition platform

Modbus

DNP3

OPC

Schneider M340/M580

Renewable energy knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Ignition HMI platform

Job description

A Wholly Owned Subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC

WECTEC Staffing Services provides customer-focused solutions with offerings ranging from high-volume and low-cost to specialized niche solutions, never compromising on delivering best-in-class customer service to both our clients and our professionals each day.

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

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Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Employment opportunities may require access to information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.

WECTEC LLC and WECTEC Staffing Services LLC are subsidiaries of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC