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Plug Power, Inc.

Sr. Controls Engineer

Albany, NY · On-site

$95K - $142K/yr

Senior Controls Engineer Status: Exempt (salaried) Department: 294 Electrolyzers Position Summary The Senior Controls Engineer is a critical member of the North American execution team. This position ...

Connect Force

Sr. Controls Engineer

Novi, MI

$125K - $135K/yr

Sr. Controls Engineer Location: Farmington Hills, MI Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Precision Machinery / Industrial Automation / Machine Tools Travel: Occasional travel may be required ...

MGS Mfg. Group, Inc

Senior Controls Engineer

Germantown, WI · On-site

$98K - $130K/yr

As a Senior Controls Engineer at MGS, you will be responsible for the design of industrial automation control systems for pharmaceutical and medical device equipment, along with the development and ...

Connect Force

Senior Controls Engineer

Livonia, MI

$115K - $125K/yr

Senior Controls Engineer Location: Farmington Hills, MI Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Precision Machinery / Industrial Automation / Machine Tools Travel: Occasional travel may be required ...

MGS Mfg. Group, Inc

Senior Controls Engineer

Germantown, WI

$98K - $130K/yr

As a Senior Controls Engineer at MGS, you will be responsible for the design of industrial automation control systems for pharmaceutical and medical device equipment, along with the development and ...

Connect Force

Sr. Controls Engineer

Wixom, MI

$125K - $135K/yr

Sr. Controls Engineer Location: Farmington Hills, MI Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Precision Machinery / Industrial Automation / Machine Tools Travel: Occasional travel may be required ...

Connect Force

Senior Controls Engineer

Wixom, MI

$115K - $125K/yr

Senior Controls Engineer Location: Farmington Hills, MI Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Precision Machinery / Industrial Automation / Machine Tools Travel: Occasional travel may be required ...

MGS Mfg. Group, Inc

Senior Controls Engineer

Germantown, WI

$98K - $130K/yr

As a Senior Controls Engineer at MGS, you will be responsible for the design of industrial automation control systems for pharmaceutical and medical device equipment, along with the development and ...

Connect Force

Sr. Controls Engineer

Commerce, MI

$125K - $135K/yr

Sr. Controls Engineer Location: Farmington Hills, MI Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Precision Machinery / Industrial Automation / Machine Tools Travel: Occasional travel may be required ...

Connect Force

Sr. Controls Engineer

Livonia, MI

$125K - $135K/yr

Sr. Controls Engineer Location: Farmington Hills, MI Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Precision Machinery / Industrial Automation / Machine Tools Travel: Occasional travel may be required ...

MSI Express, Inc.

Senior Controls Engineer

Portage, IN · On-site

$89K - $117K/yr

The Senior Controls Engineer is expected to provide strategic direction in the selection and deployment of automation technologies, mentor junior engineers, and drive innovation in controls ...

Connect Force

Sr. Controls Engineer

Canton, MI

$125K - $135K/yr

Sr. Controls Engineer Location: Farmington Hills, MI Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Precision Machinery / Industrial Automation / Machine Tools Travel: Occasional travel may be required ...

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Sr. Controls Engineer

Plug Power, Inc.

Albany, NY • On-site

$95K - $142K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

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Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Senior Controls Engineer
Status: Exempt (salaried)
Department: 294 Electrolyzers
Position Summary
The Senior Controls Engineer is a critical member of the North American execution team. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining the SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system for hydrogen generation, compression, storage, and dispensing equipment/facilities at various Plug Power customer locations. Hydrogen infrastructure performance is largely dependent upon establishing and supporting the proper software programming. The Sr. Controls Engineer creates the base programs to be used in new production as well as helps remotely manage the active fleet of equipment while optimizing system performance and limiting equipment failures/downtime. By partnering with the engineering, manufacturing, and field service teams the Sr. Controls Engineer will develop a thorough understanding of the performance requirements of the hydrogen systems and continually refine controls to enhance system reliability. This role is vital to support Plug Power technology in the field while also furthering the Company's reputation as the industry leader in hydrogen applications.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
  • Develop and deploy software solutions for hydrogen generation, compressions, storage, & dispensing systems focused around process control and optimal system performance
  • Create and manage programs for Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
  • Create and manage methods for data acquisition and interpretation of system information
  • Provide leadership when deploying software solutions for H2 infrastructure to ensure appropriate communication and achievement of deliverables
  • Perform system tests to ensure that software and automation solutions are effective and reliable both pre and post deployment
  • Create and provide training to users on system interfacing and troubleshooting
  • Continually engage with H2 generation & infrastructure stakeholders to understand H2 system performance needs
  • Refine system automation and software solutions based upon field data and stakeholder input
  • Manage the engineering change process around software releases
  • Develop, read, and interpret Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and Electrical Schematics as needed
  • Represent Plug Power in a professional manner at all times and in all interactions
  • Perform all other duties as assigned

Education and Experience
  • BS degree in Engineering, Information Systems or other relevant field of study
  • Five (5) or more years of relevant work history; experience developing HMI & PLC solutions for field applications preferred
  • Prior experience with gas processing and/or refueling systems preferred
  • Experience with
    • PLC Programming - Ladder Logic, Functional Block Diagram, Sequential Flow Charts
    • HMI Programming
    • Schneider automation suite (Citect, Vijeo, Unity, Modicon, etc)
    • Allen Bradley (RS Logix, Factory Talk, etc)
    • Modbus Protocol
    • Data management
    • SQL
    • Microsoft Office suite
  • Ability to travel as needed to carry out duties of the position - up to 20%
  • Demonstrated analytical abilities with strong attention to detail
  • Superior communication skills
  • Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task effectively
  • Excellent follow-through
  • Must be driven and self-motivated
  • Must possess the highest ethical standards and a commitment to work quality

Pay Rate:
$95,040.00 - $142,500.00
We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:
✓Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment. If you are interested in this position, we'd ask that you apply.
✓The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.
✓Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
✓401(k) with 5% company match
✓Bonus eligibility
✓Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time
✓Paid Holidays
✓Wellness Reimbursement Program
✓Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement
✓Employee Referral program
✓Employee Assistance Program
Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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