Control Systems Engineer

Our client is looking for a Control Systems Engineer to provide technical expertise within their Renewables Engineering Control Systems team, working primarily on a major renewable energy project. You will work closely with the Technical Authority and project teams, leading and coordinating the Control System design and development, overseeing the complete system integration from feasibility to project handover. You will also be accountable for driving value and innovation for the Controls Engineering team, identifying and implementing new technologies and best practices that reduce costs and improve asset performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with other engineering disciplines such as Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical for coordination of works.
• Support several offshore project packages including Marine, ESI, Turbines, and Cables.
• Travel to control centres and offshore installations to support construction and commissioning activities.
• Draft Employers Requirement Specifications for the Control System and support the project team during the supplier selection process.
• Review supplier documentation for compliance with the client’s technical standards.
• Attend various Factory Acceptance Tests and Site Acceptance Tests for the Control System and SCADA equipment.
• Design and configure PLC based Control Systems, SCADA platforms, and the associated network architectures.

About You

• Good understanding of the development and construction of Renewable Energy projects.
• Experience in the design of PLC based control systems, including hardware/panel design and software logic/database configuration using standardised control programming languages.
• Demonstrable experience with typical renewables offshore control and monitoring systems, including maritime aids to navigation, cable monitoring and protection systems, and HV control and protection systems.
• Working knowledge of mission critical communications systems such as DMR, TETRA, private LTE/5G/4G and associated infrastructure.
• Experience in design, commissioning, and operations of offshore substations and installations.
• Knowledge of Ethernet and serial-based communication protocols, such as Modbus, DNP3, OPC, ODBC, IEC 60870-5-104, and IEC61850.
• Understanding of OT Cyber Security industry standards and current best practices such as IEC62443.
• Previous experience with major WTG SCADA systems, second tier SCADA systems, remote control centres, or other Renewable Energy Control Systems is desirable.
• Current GWO and medical certification is desirable.
• Innovative mindset and flexible approach, with excellent communication skills to engage effectively with varying levels of stakeholders across the business.

If you are interested in this role, please apply.

Please note: you must already have the right to work in the country where this role is based to be considered for it.