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Freelance Remote Controls Engineer Jobs in Florida

Generac

Senior Controls Engineer

Jacksonville, FL · On-site +1

$115K - $155K/yr

The Senior Controls Engineer serves as the technical lead for advanced microgrid control system ... Lead onsite and remote startup and commissioning activities, including development and execution of ...

Generac

Senior Controls Engineer

Orlando, FL · On-site +1

$115K - $155K/yr

The Senior Controls Engineer serves as the technical lead for advanced microgrid control system ... Lead onsite and remote startup and commissioning activities, including development and execution of ...

FreeUp

Remote UX Designer

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site +1

Freelance as a Full Stack Developer and Work from Home With FreeUp Hi! We're FreeUp! FreeUp is a freelance marketplace dedicated to connecting business owners with talented freelancers and remote ...

FreeUp

Remote UX Designer

Saint Petersburg, FL · Remote

Freelance as a Full Stack Developer and Work from Home With FreeUp Hi! We're FreeUp! FreeUp is a freelance marketplace dedicated to connecting business owners with talented freelancers and remote ...

FreeUp

Remote eBay Expert

Saint Petersburg, FL · Remote

$132K/yr

Freelance as an eBay Expert and Work from Home With FreeUp Hi! We're FreeUp! FreeUp is a freelance marketplace dedicated to connecting business owners with talented freelancers and remote workers ...

FreeUp

Remote eBay Expert

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site +1

$132K/yr

Freelance as an eBay Expert and Work from Home With FreeUp Hi! We're FreeUp! FreeUp is a freelance marketplace dedicated to connecting business owners with talented freelancers and remote workers ...

MHI

Senior Engineer, Remote Commissioning

Lake Mary, FL · On-site +1

$91K - $125K/yr

Senior Engineer, Remote Commissioning Company Overview At Mitsubishi Power, we're not just building ... Act as final technical escalation authority for complex commissioning, performance, controls, and ...

ICF

Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE

Miami, FL · On-site +1

$94K - $120K/yr

Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE Location: Remote US Ready to make a difference? ICF is ... Coordination with protection & controls, civil / structural, and drafting disciplines to ensure ...

ARC Group

Sr. Java Developer (remote)

Jacksonville, FL · Remote

$53 - $67.75/hr

FULL STACK JAVA DEVELOPER (remote) ARC Group has an immediate opportunity for a full stack Java ... s to protect the confidentiality, integrity, as well as availability of the application and data ...

Kemper

Data Quality Engineer

Jacksonville, FL · Remote

$106K - $127K/yr

... Remote-OH, Remote-PA, Remote-RI, Remote-VA Details Kemper is one of the nation's leading ... controls into ETL/ELT pipelines and CI/CD deployment processes across Snowflake, Oracle, and AWS ...

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What is the difference between Freelance Remote Controls Engineer vs Remote Controls Technician?

AspectFreelance Remote Controls EngineerRemote Controls Technician
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in control systemsTechnical diploma or certification in electronics or controls
Work EnvironmentRemote, project-based, client sitesOn-site or remote, service and maintenance focus
Industry UsageDesign and development of control systems for various industriesInstallation, troubleshooting, and repair of remote control devices

Freelance Remote Controls Engineers focus on designing and developing control systems remotely, often working on projects for multiple clients. Remote Controls Technicians primarily handle installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of remote control devices, usually on-site or in service centers. While both roles require technical knowledge, engineers emphasize system design, whereas technicians focus on hands-on repairs and support.

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Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA/HMI (remote)

Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA/HMI (remote)

Vitaver & Associates, Inc.

North Palm Beach, FL • On-site, Remote

$83K - $108K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

14442 - Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA/HMI (remote) - Remote, US
Start Date: ASAP
Type: Temporary Project
Estimated Duration: 12 months with possible extensions
Work Setting: Remote with travel.
Our Client is hiring a PLC / Controls Engineer (Remote with trips)
20257
Preferred:
  • Experience with PLC programming, preferably Schneider Electric platforms (5+ years).
  • Experience with Modbus, DNP3, and industrial communication protocols.
  • Experience with Ignition SCADA platform and HMI development.
  • Experience with Power systems and utility-scale energy projects.
  • Experience with Utility-scale renewable energy or power generation projects.
  • Experience with Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) control systems, inverters, and energy storage technologies.
  • Experience with Grid interconnection requirements and utility standards.
  • Experience with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) procedures and commissioning protocols.
  • Experience with Full accountability for Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), Large Generator Interconnection Agreement (LGIA), and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) testing completion.
  • Willing to travel up to 25% for project commissioning support.
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities:
  • Expert-level PLC programming for BESS and solar projects using Schneider M340/M580 platforms.
  • Develop, modify, and optimize control logic for utility-scale energy storage systems.
  • Create and maintain standardized PLC code libraries and templates.
  • Implement advanced control algorithms for hybrid PV-BESS operations.
  • Configure and troubleshoot Modbus communications between PLCs, inverters, and SCADA systems.
  • Integrate PLCs with Ignition HMI platforms and historian systems.
  • Establish robust communication protocols for real-time monitoring and control.
  • Ability to frequently lift up to 20 pounds daily; stand for extended periods; work at a desk in front of a computer monitor for extended periods; operate a motor vehicle to commute between work locations; and travel as required.

Please see below some more positions you may be interested in:
19524
Required:
• Experience in PLC programming, preferably Schneider Electric platforms (11+ years);
• Experience with Modbus, DNP3, and industrial communication protocols
• Experience with Ignition SCADA platform and HMI development
• Experience with power systems and utility-scale energy project
• Experience in utility-scale renewable energy or power generation projects
• Experience with BESS control systems, inverters, and energy storage technologies
• Experience with grid interconnection requirements and utility standards
• Experience with FAT/SAT testing procedures and commissioning protocols
• Experience with PPA, LGIA, and OEM testing completion
• Ability to travel up to 25% for project commissioning support
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
Preferred:
• NERC CIP cybersecurity experience
Responsibilities:
• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC systems, primarily using Schneider Electric platforms, to support utility-scale renewable energy and power generation projects.
• Develop and integrate control systems using industrial communication protocols such as Modbus and DNP3, ensuring reliable data exchange across power system components.
• Configure and maintain Ignition SCADA systems and HMI applications to provide real-time monitoring, control, and visualization of plant operations.
• Support BESS control systems, inverters, and energy storage technologies, ensuring proper integration with plant-level and grid-level controls.
• Ensure compliance with grid interconnection requirements, utility standards, PPAs, LGIAs, and OEM testing requirements throughout project development and commissioning.
• Lead and support FAT/SAT testing procedures and commissioning protocols, including on-site travel (up to 25%) to validate system performance and operational readiness.
• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, and project teams to implement secure and reliable control architectures, including adherence to NERC CIP standards when applicable.
Why apply?
  • Gain experience with one of the world's largest solar and wind energy providers, which last year briefly became the most valued U.S. energy company;
  • Work with a great team of professionals and learn newest technologies and approaches;
  • Enjoy our Client’s wonderful campus with top-notch facilities for work and recreation;
  • Benefit from multiple projects extensions;
  • Receive support and advice from Vitaver consultants who are already working at our Client’s site;
  • Get extra cash by participating in Vitaver Successful Completion Bonus Program;
  • Always get paid in full and on time.