Renewables Controls Engineer for Solar, Storage & Wind

City of Shakopee, MN

Cranberry Township, Northern (Butler County, KY)

Hybrid

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Emerson Power & Water Solutions in Cranberry Township, PA is seeking a Controls Engineer to join the Renewables team. You will work on real-world automation projects across solar, battery storage, wind, and water facilities, developing control solutions and solving technical challenges alongside experienced engineers.

This role emphasizes documenting engineering plans, collaborating with customers, and traveling up to 10%.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent experience in controls/automation.
2+ years applying engineering principles in controls/automation/renewable energy or related environment.
Willingness to travel up to 10% domestically.
US work authorization without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Lead engineering plans, schedules, and documentation for renewable energy projects.
Design, simulate, test, and implement control applications for solar, storage, and wind assets.
Configure and troubleshoot databases using standard protocols and data links.
Lead FATs/SATs as primary technical contributor.
Support site commissioning and provide remote technical support.
Initiate purchase requisitions and coordinate vendors/subcontractors.
Manage design, testing, integration, and shipment of project hardware.
Identify improvements to engineering processes and tools.
Manage time and priorities to meet project schedules.
Build and maintain customer relationships through clear communication.
Monitor project financial performance and support cost control.