We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Controls Engineer to join our dynamic Operational Technology team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in control systems design, automation, and programming. This role will involve working closely with cross-functional teams to develop, implement, and optimize control strategies for the utility-scale solar sites we manage.
Key Responsibilities:Controls System Design:
- Collaborate with control room operators, field personnel, engineers and the OT team and electrical, and software engineers to design, develop and optimize control systems for solar sites
- Design and modify control architectures, including selection and integration of sensors, actuators, PLCs, RTACs and other hardware components
- Develop and implement control algorithms to achieve desired system performance, accuracy, and reliability
Programming and Implementation:
- Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and other control devices to execute desired control strategies
- Script and implement software for automated control, data acquisition, and real-time monitoring
- Troubleshoot and debug control software to ensure smooth system operation.
Integration and Testing:
- Integrate control systems with mechanical components, electrical systems, and software applications
- Conduct thorough testing and validation of control systems, including simulation and real-world testing involving control room operators and field personnel to ensure proper functionality and safety
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
- 4+ years of experience in controls engineering, automation, or a related field.
- Proficiency in PLC programming languages (e.g., ladder logic, structured text) and HMI/SCADA systems.
- Strong understanding of control system theories, algorithms, and principles.
- Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, DNP3, Ethernet/IP).
- Familiarity with hardware components such as sensors, actuators, relays, SEL, GE/Emerson, Red Lion devices.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex control system issues and implement effective solutions.
Benefits: - 401(k) with employer match
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Short-term and Long-term disability
- Critical illness
- Paid Time Off
- Parental Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Training and Development
- Legal and Identity Theft
- Pet Insurance
