Remote Renewables Controls Engineer (Power Plant Controls)

Progressive Recruitment; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a Remote Renewables Controls Engineer to lead the design and implementation of Power Plant Controller projects. You will play a vital role in developing control narratives and providing technical support for wind, solar, and hybrid projects. Collaborate with clients and project teams to ensure successful project execution while traveling domestically for site support. If you have a passion for renewable energy and a strong background in electrical engineering, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of sustainable energy.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with PPC and control narratives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HMI software development tools.

Responsibilities

• Design PPC systems for renewable energy projects.
• Provide ongoing support and technical assistance during installation.

Skills

PPC and control narratives

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Renewable energy experience (Solar, BESS, Wind)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Related field degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

HMI software development tools (Ignition)

SEL RTAC or comparable RTUs

Job description

Remote Renewables Controls Engineer (Power Plant Controls) (PR/521069) Houston, Texas

Salary: USD120000 - USD160000 per annum

The Renewables Controls (PPC) Engineer will be responsible for the design, implementation, and testing of various Controls or Power Plant Controller (PPC) projects. They will work with the client on various aspects of the Control Design for wind, solar, BESS, and hybrid projects.

Job: Renewables Controls Engineer

Location: Remote

Responsibilities:

1. Design PPC systems for wind, solar, BESS, and hybrid projects
2. Develop control narratives based on the ISO region, TSO, and local requirements for each project
3. Provide ongoing PPC support for new and existing projects, including on-site support as needed
4. Design and develop PPC code, control narrative, and screens (for the RTAC or PLC as required) for renewable energy projects
5. Hold or attend regular design meetings to collaborate with clients
6. Program SEL RTACs or other PLCs for renewable sites
7. Develop, test, and tune power plant controllers (PPCs) for renewable sites
8. Provide technical support to the project team during installation and commissioning
9. Work collaboratively with other project team members

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related field
2. 3+ years of experience with PPC and control narratives
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and other computer software
4. Experience with SEL RTAC or other comparable RTUs
5. Proficiency in HMI software development tools such as Ignition preferred
6. Renewable energy experience REQUIRED (Solar, BESS, Wind)
7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
8. Minimum 25-50% travel domestically

Application Information:

Please include your first and last name, email, phone (including country code), and confirm your eligibility to work in the country to which you are applying.