Controls Engineer - Energy Storage Systems (Remote)

About the Role

We are seeking a talented Controls Engineer for Energy Storage Systems to join our innovative team. This role is pivotal in enhancing our energy storage projects, focusing on scalable system architecture and software development. As a Controls Engineer, you will have a significant impact on our projects and contribute to the future of energy storage.

What You'll Do

• Revise existing engineering drawings and control programs to improve scalability of control packages.
• Focus on coding, testing, and designing systems initially.
• Design control systems in AutoCAD, including controller selection and electrical schematics.
• Program and configure control systems within a modern SCADA environment.
• Manage third-party engineering relationships during the transition phase.
• Participate in on-site commissioning (short-term expectation).
• Own testing and validation, including writing and executing test procedures.
• Develop long-term ownership of system design standards and commissioning documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with Ignition SCADA.
• Strong hands-on experience with AutoCAD.
• Experience designing control panels and electrical schematics in AutoCAD.
• Direct experience with SCADA work and RTAC/PLC programming.
• Exposure to Python is a plus.
• Comfortable working onsite in NYC and excited by a fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have

• Prior experience in energy storage.
• EMS or BMS controls experience.
• Networking knowledge (switches, firewalls, VLANs, VPNs).
• Software engineering background in a modern development environment.
• Exposure to commissioning, testing, and validation processes.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to build out the company's asset technology team.
• Full ownership and authority over systems controlling a gigawatt-scale portfolio.
• Chance to join a rapidly scaling energy storage startup.
• Visa sponsorship available for international candidates.
• Competitive salary and benefits.