Senior Control Systems Engineer - PLC/SCADA Lead (Remote)

Vertech; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertech seeks a Control Systems Engineer to design, program, and implement PLC/HMI based control systems for industrial automation projects across multiple sectors. You will primarily use SEL RTAC and Ignition Perspective, helping shape architecture and documentation for each project.

You will lead technical work on projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with clients to deliver SCADA solutions for solar PV, BESS, and other demanding applications. Travel up to 20% is expected.

Qualifications

• BS in electrical, mechanical, chemical or related engineering field or relevant experience
• Three to seven years of experience developing PLC controlled SCADA systems, preferably in a project based industry
• At least two years of experience developing PLC programs, HMI screens, and SCADA systems
• Expert PLC programming in ladder logic, function block diagram, and structured text across multiple PLC platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, GE, or Modicon)
• Thorough understanding of at least one major HMI/SCADA platform (Ignition, Wonderware, FactoryTalk View SE, or GE Proficy)
• Working knowledge of industrial protocols such as Modbus, EtherNet/IP, and DNP3
• Comfortable reading and redlining electrical drawings and P&IDs and specifying PLC and I/O hardware
• Experience with Ignition Perspective, SEL RTAC, or solar (PV, BESS) and power projects is a big plus
• Ignition Gold and Wonderware Certified Developer status, or willing to earn both within your first year
• Strong problem solving and communication skills, and the ability to work independently across multiple projects
• Ability to travel up to 20%

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, program and implement PLC/HMI based control systems, primarily using SEL RTAC and Ignition Perspective
• Design and implement SCADA systems for real-time data acquisition, alarming, and control at solar PV and battery energy storage (BESS) sites
• Own the control system architecture (PLC, SCADA, networks, I/O, and interfaces) and document the key technical decisions
• Write structured, well-documented, bug-free PLC code
• Design intuitive, easy-to-navigate, aesthetically pleasing HMI interfaces
• Act as the technical lead on projects and the primary technical contact for the client
• Break down the technical components of the project and help lead junior level engineers down the right path
• Test, troubleshoot, and validate systems in-house and in the field through startup and commissioning
• Write sequence of operations (SOO) documents and document control system designs, configurations, and procedures

Skills

PLC/SCADA engineering

HMI development

Troubleshooting

Independent worker

Education

BS in electrical engineering

Engineering degree or related field

Tools

Ignition Perspective

SEL RTAC

Wonderware

FactoryTalk View SE

GE Proficy

Rockwell

Siemens

Modicon

Job description

Vertech seeks a Control Systems Engineer to design, program, and implement PLC/HMI based control systems for industrial automation projects across multiple sectors. You will primarily use SEL RTAC and Ignition Perspective, helping shape architecture and documentation for each project.

You will lead technical work on projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with clients to deliver SCADA solutions for solar PV, BESS, and other demanding applications. Travel up to 20% is expected.