Controls Engineer
Core
Deploy, configure, and support Siemens PLC-based control systems for utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects, ensuring reliable operation and integration with EMS, PCS, BMS, and protection systems.
Role type
Controls Engineer (Industrial Automation/Power Systems)
Builds
Utility-scale BESS control systems integrated with grid-interactive infrastructure
Domain
Renewable energy, power infrastructure, industrial automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Siemens PLC programming (TIA Portal, S7-1500/1200), industrial control system commissioning, OT system architecture, PLC integration with external systems (EMS/SCADA/PCS/BMS), troubleshooting PLC logic and I/O, communication protocols (Modbus TCP/RTU, IEC 61850)
Preferred skills
Utility-scale BESS experience, power generation/renewables background, EMS platform familiarity, OT cybersecurity knowledge, EPC/vendor collaboration
Technologies
Siemens TIA Portal, S7-1500, S7-1200, Modbus TCP/RTU, IEC 61850, SCADA, EMS, PCS, BMS
Responsibilities
Deploy and configure Siemens PLC control systems for BESS projects; support commissioning activities including system bring-up, integration testing, and site acceptance testing; troubleshoot PLC logic, communications, and I/O issues; integrate PLCs with EMS, PCS, BMS, protection relays, meters, and SCADA systems; support factory acceptance testing (FAT) and field commissioning; assist in developing standardized PLC configurations and commissioning procedures; review and validate control system documentation and as-built configurations.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
