Scalence L.L.C. · 20 hours ago
Senior Hydro Controls Engineer - Direct Hire
Scalence L.L.C. is seeking a Senior Hydro Controls Engineer to contribute to the renewable energy sector, specifically in hydro power engineering. The role involves leading retrofit engineering solutions, developing control systems, and collaborating with customers to deliver comprehensive projects in the North American hydro power industry.
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Responsibilities
Take the lead on many aspects of retrofit engineering solutions mainly in the North American Hydro power industry
Develop and craft Hydro Governor and Plant Control systems
Understand technical specifications to develop or apply mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical controls
Craft new system functionality as specified by the customer
Understand and program various control logic styles (Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Flow Diagrams)
Work with and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics
Adapt Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) software for new custom applications
Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs)
Commission new systems at customer sites
Build control narratives and hardware/software test procedures
Become a domain authority (SME) for Hydro related controls systems and plant operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, technical field or equivalent
5+ years of relevant experience in controls and automation
Experience with design and commissioning of Control System for Hydro power plant
Experience with design and commissioning of turbine governor system
Experience with programming /configuration of PLC and HMI systems (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider) &/or DCS, Ovation preferred
Experience with communication network (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Profinet, DNP3)
Serve as primary point of contact for customers for project technical scope
Willingness and ability to travel up to 30%, mostly domestically, to support projects
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred
7+ years of relevant experience, as above
Ability to analyze engineering designs of logic or digital circuitry, motor controls, instrumentation, or data acquisition for implementation into new or existing automated, servo mechanical, or other electromechanical systems
Experience with pumped storage station controls is a plus
Benefits
Medical insurance plans
Dental and vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Employee resource groups
Recognition
Flexible time off plans
Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
Vacation and holiday leave
Company
Scalence L.L.C.
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Funding
Current Stage
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