Automation Engineer
Posted 2 weeks ago by Edison Smart®
Negotiable
Undetermined
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United Kingdom
Summary: The Automation Engineer role focuses on delivering automation and control solutions for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and SCADA platforms within a 6-month contract. The position involves designing, programming, and optimizing PLC and SCADA systems, as well as collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on renewable energy projects. Candidates should possess relevant engineering qualifications and experience in automation systems. This role provides an opportunity to work on innovative renewable energy automation projects in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, program, and optimize PLC and SCADA systems for BESS projects.
- Develop HMI interfaces, control strategies, and communication protocols.
- Test, commission, and troubleshoot automation systems on-site or remotely.
- Maintain documentation including control logic diagrams, network configs, and user manuals.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration into renewable energy projects.
Key Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Automation, Electrical, or related Engineering field.
- Experience with PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Structured Text) and SCADA (e.g., Wonderware, Ignition, AVEVA).
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols: Modbus, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA.
- Experience in BESS or renewable energy projects.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Automation Engineer – BESS / SCADA (6-Month Contract) Edison Smart is hiring on behalf of our client for an Automation Engineer to deliver automation and control solutions for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and SCADA platforms. This is a 6-month contract supporting renewable energy projects.
Responsibilities:
- Design, program, and optimize PLC and SCADA systems for BESS projects.
- Develop HMI interfaces, control strategies, and communication protocols.
- Test, commission, and troubleshoot automation systems on-site or remotely.
- Maintain documentation including control logic diagrams, network configs, and user manuals.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration into renewable energy projects.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Automation, Electrical, or related Engineering field.
- Experience with PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Structured Text) and SCADA (e.g., Wonderware, Ignition, AVEVA).
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols: Modbus, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA.
- Experience in BESS or renewable energy projects.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team.
This role offers exposure to cutting-edge renewable energy automation projects with a hands-on, fast-paced environment.