Controls Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Analyze project contracts and vendor agreements to ensure compliance with controls-related requirements.

• Evaluate and confirm the accuracy of electrical drawings, data flow diagrams, network designs, signal mappings, electrical power models, and control narratives.

• Organize and maintain technical documentation within SharePoint effectively.

• Facilitate the flow of documentation among vendors and project stakeholders.

• Create batch scripts and automation tools to enhance data collection and operational efficiency.

• Act as a technical resource for customers, EPCs, utilities, equipment vendors, and internal project teams.

• Diagnose network and communication issues within VPN-secured environments.

• Address customer and operator inquiries related to system modifications, troubleshooting, and enhancements to control systems.

• Assist in site commissioning activities and controls-related tasks.

• Ensure adherence to engineering standards, project specifications, safety procedures, and company policies.

⛳️ Requirements

• A degree in Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• At least 3 years of experience with industrial control systems in electrical generation, renewable energy, or similar power system settings.

• Proficient in Modbus, DNP3, and TCP/IP protocols.

• In-depth knowledge of industrial networking, including IP addressing, subnetting, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and network communications.

• Familiarity with SCADA systems, plant control systems, or utility-scale automation.

• Experience with inverter-based resources such as Battery Energy Storage Systems, solar, or other renewable generation technologies is a plus.

• Preferred exposure to substations, protective relays, and transformers.

• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

• Capability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally up to 10–15% of the time.

• A strong commitment to safety, ethics, and sustainability.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Performance bonuses.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Health coverage.

• Retirement plans.

• Paid time off.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Opportunities for growth and professional development.

• Participation in global renewable-energy projects.

• A workplace focused on equity, diversity, and inclusion.