JOB TITLE:
Senior Controls / Electrical Engineer – Utility-Scale Energy
LOCATION:
Remote (with periodic travel to Juno Beach, FL – up to 25%)
SCHEDULE:
Full-time
DURATION:
12-Month Contract
PAY:
$62-67/hr
Job Responsibilities:
In this role, you will lead and support advanced engineering efforts for
utility-scale solar, BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems), and power generation projects . Key responsibilities include:
Providing
high-level engineering oversight
across project execution and system design
Leading
multi-disciplinary engineering teams
and guiding technical decision-making
Supporting
project management, negotiations, and performance tracking/reporting
Ensuring designs meet
regulatory, safety, and performance standards
Acting as a technical extension of the engineering team to ensure
system reliability and optimization
Collaborating with leadership to influence
engineering strategy and infrastructure planning
Essential Duties and Job Functions:
Serve as a
technical authority
on engineering standards, best practices, and compliance requirements
Oversee engineering design,
grid optimization , and system integration efforts
Support and guide
project coordination, execution, and commissioning activities
Perform technical analysis and
risk management for complex energy systems
Work closely with stakeholders and leadership to solve
advanced engineering challenges
Ensure successful completion of
FAT/SAT testing and commissioning protocols
Maintain accountability for
PPA, LGIA, and OEM testing completion
Support development and implementation of
SCADA, PLC, and control systems
Ensure alignment with
utility standards, grid interconnection requirements, and long-term reliability goals
Knowledge & Skills:
Advanced expertise in
PLC programming
(preferably Schneider Electric platforms)
Strong knowledge of
industrial communication protocols
(Modbus, DNP3)
Experience with
Ignition SCADA platform and HMI development
Deep understanding of
power systems, grid integration, and utility-scale energy projects
Familiarity with
BESS control systems, inverters, and energy storage technologies
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and system integration skills
Experience with
commissioning, FAT/SAT testing, and system validation
Knowledge of
regulatory compliance and utility standards
Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
Awareness of
NERC CIP cybersecurity standards
(preferred)
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in
Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
11+ years of relevant experience in
controls engineering, power systems, or energy infrastructure
Proven experience in
utility-scale renewable energy or power generation projects
Strong background in
system integration, engineering leadership, and project execution
Experience working across
multi-disciplinary engineering teams
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Pay: $62-$67/hr
Job type: Contract