Job Description
The Controls System Engineer will oversee the design, implementation, and operation of control systems for utility-scale energy storage projects, ensuring reliable automation, cybersecurity, and integration with market systems to support clean energy initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and operate control system infrastructure for energy storage plants
- Program and document PPC, HMI, and RTU systems
- Maintain network reliability and perform day-to-day automation tasks
- Provide technical support and resolve complex control system issues
- Oversee and participate in network upgrades, hardware/software installation, and testing
- Assist in construction and commissioning activities at plant sites
- Serve as subject matter expert for control and instrumentation systems
- Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors during project phases
Requirements
- Minimum BA BS in related field; electrical engineering degree preferred
- Minimum of 5 years related industry experience, with renewable energy industry experience highly preferred
- Experience with battery energy storage systems use cases including primary frequency response (PFR), fast frequency response (FFR), black start is highly preferred
- Demonstrated expertise in designing and maintaining plant control systems using industry standard SCADA and PLC platforms
- Understanding of data logging requirements and various historian platforms
- Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition
- Experience with Schneider Electric Modicon PLCs, SEL RTACs, and Novatech Orions
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols DNP3.0, Modbus, OPC-UA, and MQTT
- Programming language experience in Python, IEC 61131-3, C, C++, C#
- Proficient with writing technical specifications for process or manufacturing equipment
- Strong understanding of cyber-security best practices including IT OT standards
- Knowledge of NERC CIP and NIST procedures
- Responsible for the design, implementation, and operations of control system infrastructure
- Responsible for PPC, HMI, and RTU programming including technical documentation
- Support day-to-day plant automation tasks to ensure network reliability, availability, and serviceability with minimal interruption
- Provide technical support, respond to complex work orders and tickets, and analyze and solve complex reported operation technology control system problems
- Oversee and participate in network technology upgrades or expansion projects, including installation of hardware, software, and integration testing
- Participate in on-field construction and plant commissioning activities
- Serve as subject matter expert (SME) for control and instrumentation related systems
- Work cross-functionally with internal groups and external EPC vendors during project bidding and execution phases as needed
- Ability to explain complex technical analysis in a simplified manner to internal management and external parties
- Ability to work well in a cross-functional environment with both technical and non-technical team members
- Effective use of Microsoft Office products Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits & Perks
Work schedule not specified
Work environment perks not specified
Opportunities for personal growth and development
Collaborative and supportive company culture
Involvement in cutting-edge energy storage projects
Participation in network technology upgrades and plant commissioning activities
Cross-functional teamwork with internal groups and external vendors
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