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Westinghouse Electric

Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA

Westinghouse Electric, Otter, Montana, United States, 59062

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Overview

Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA – Contract 1 yr. Juno Beach, FL We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $156,000 - $178,800 annually. Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

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

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery

Document control system designs, configurations, and modifications

Support commissioning and startup activities for new and modified systems

Qualifications

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

1-3 years of experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems

Proficiency in programming using function blocks, structured text, and ladder logic

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

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

May require occasional travel to field sites for implementation and troubleshooting

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Schneider M340 or M580 PLCs

Experience with Ignition HMI platform

Knowledge of renewable energy systems, particularly solar PV and battery storage

Understanding of electrical power systems and instrumentation

Experience with project lifecycle from design through commissioning

Familiarity with industry standards and best practices for control systems

Benefits and Equal Opportunity WECTEC Staffing Services provides customer-focused solutions with offerings ranging from high-volume and low-cost to specialized niche solutions, never compromising on delivering best-in-class customer service to both our clients and our employees each day. WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

You can learn more by visiting the following resources. Please note: URLs are provided for reference only and are not links in this refined description: main site and careers page are listed as text.

Careers: careers.westinghousenuclear.com

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