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Vitaver & Associates, Inc

SCADA Project Manager / Applications Engineer – Renewable Energy (remote, travel

Vitaver & Associates, Inc, Juno Beach, Florida, United States

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Overview 13964 - SCADA Project Manager / Applications Engineer – Renewable Energy (remote, travel up to 25%) – Juno Beach, Florida

Start Date:

ASAP Type:

Temporary Project Estimated Duration : 12+ months with possible extensions Work Setting:

100% of the time at the Client’s site with occasional travel to field sites for implementation and troubleshooting, up to 25% (remote option)

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement PLC-based control systems for renewable energy projects;

Program PLCs using various methods including function blocks, structured text, and ladder logic;

Configure and maintain SCADA systems for monitoring and controlling PV and BESS installations;

Develop and test HMI interfaces using Ignition platform;

Develop control narratives, O&M manuals, and Functional Requirement Documents (FRDs) for projects;

Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) for all projects;

Troubleshoot control system issues and implement appropriate solutions.

Qualifications

Required:

Availability to work 100% of the time at the Client’s site in Juno Beach, FL and occasional travel (required);

Experience in SCADA systems (15+ years);

Experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems (1-3 years);

Experience with programming using function blocks, structured text, and ladder logic;

Experience with industrial communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC, etc.);

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.

Preferred:

Experience with Schneider M340 or M580 PLCs;

Experience with Ignition HMI platform;

Experience with renewable energy systems, particularly solar PV and battery storage;

Experience with electrical power systems and instrumentation;

Experience in project lifecycle from design through commissioning;

Experience with industry standards and best practices for control systems.

Requirements & Preferences

Availability to work 100% of the time at the Client’s site in Juno Beach, FL and drive between work locations;

Experience in renewable SCADA systems and commissioning in power plants (8+ years);

Experience with project management, scheduling, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination;

Experience with SCADA integration, programming, commissioning, and testing;

Experience with control system architecture, PLC programming, RTU programming, and interfaces;

Experience with Ignition, OPC servers/protocols, and SCADA historian;

Experience with automation protocols (Modbus, DNP3, CAN, OPC, EtherNet/IP, etc.);

Experience reading and validating SCADA, electrical, and communication schematics and drawings;

Experience with AC/DC circuits, 0-10V and 4-20 mA loops;

Experience with utility meters, substation RTAC, and protection relays;

Experience with networking equipment, fiber optic systems, managed switches (Hirschmann, MOXA, Cisco), cybersecurity, and firewalls.

Preferred Skills

Experience managing commissioning of SCADA equipment;

Experience with process control commissioning and troubleshooting;

Experience with review design packages and OEM specifications vs installed equipment;

Experience with Third-party firm management and EPC/vendor coordination;

Experience with renewable SCADA and control systems across multiple projects;

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation Systems, or related field.

Benefits / Why apply?

Gain experience with one of the world\'s largest solar and wind energy providers;

Work with a professional team and exposure to the newest technologies;

Campus facilities for work and recreation;

Potential project extensions;

Support from Vitaver consultants at the Client’s site;

Eligible for Vitaver Successful Completion Bonus Program;

Competitive and timely payroll.

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