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Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA

$65 - $70 per hour

Westinghouse

Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA

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 professionals each day. Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? Opportunity Overview: Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA position based in Juno Beach, FL. This is a 1-year contract assignment (W-2). You will support the development, implementation, and maintenance of control systems for their PV (Photovoltaic) and BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) projects.

Your Day-to-Day

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

Who You Are

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field 15 years of experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems Proficiency in programming using function blocks, structured text, and ladder logic Experience with protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC, etc.) Experience with Schneider M340 or M580 PLCs Experience with Ignition HMI platform Knowledge of renewable energy systems, solar PV and battery storage Understanding of electrical power systems and instrumentation Experience with project lifecycle from design through commissioning Familiarity with industry best practices for control systems

Our Safety Pledge to You: If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following: Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits 401(k) Savings Plan Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $65.00/hr. to 70.00/hr.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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