Principal Automation Engineer
Core
Design, integration, and testing of Package Controllers and Integrated Control & Safety systems for Plug's hydrogen generation systems.
Role type
Principal Automation Engineer (IC)
Builds
Control systems (PLC, DCS/ESD, ICSS) for next-generation hydrogen generation systems
Domain
Industrial automation, hydrogen energy, functional safety, OT cybersecurity
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC architecture design, DCS system design, functional safety design (IEC 61508/61511), OT cybersecurity implementation, industrial networking protocols, system specification creation, diagnostic analysis, technical documentation, cross-functional interface management, cost estimation, standards compliance (IEC, ATEX, CE)
Preferred skills
Functional safety/machine safety certification, IEC 62443 cybersecurity certification, experience in renewable energy or product manufacturing
Technologies
Siemens S7-1500, Schneider Electric M580, Emerson DeltaV, ABB 800xA, Honeywell Experion C300, Siemens PCS7, Profinet, Modbus, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP
Responsibilities
Design control system architectures, ensure interface consistency with other disciplines, review subcontractor documents, support conceptual design and cost estimation, create system specifications for procurement, participate in safety reviews (HAZOP, SIL, LOPA), provide frontline support for control faults, perform diagnostic analysis, develop functional safety management processes, implement cybersecurity management systems, mentor team members
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship
