Summary
Ulteig is a purpose-driven engineering organization focused on developing integrated solutions for critical infrastructure. The Systems Commissioning Integrator III will provide remote technical support, commissioning, troubleshooting, and validation for PLC- and SCADA-based control systems at solar and battery energy storage system sites. The role works with field teams, EPCs, clients, and asset owners and requires participation in non-standard commissioning hours.
Responsibilities
- Engage with clients in the Renewable Energy industry
- Maintains positive client relationships, responsive both internally and externally, frequent client interaction
- PLC troubleshooting with one or more of the following platforms:
- HMI/SCADA troubleshooting with one or more of the following platforms:
- Remote troubleshooting following live system best practices (NERC CIP, ISO, NIST, etc.)
- Perform remote commissioning of PLC- and SCADA-based control systems for solar and BESS plants
- Troubleshoot, and test communications between PLCs, inverters, relays, meters, and HMI/SCADA systems
- Conduct I/O validation, logic testing, and control sequence verification during site startup
- Work collaboratively with field teams to resolve real-time system issues via VPN or remote desktop
- Review and modify ladder logic, structured text, or function block diagrams to meet site performance requirements
- Support integration with plant SCADA platforms (e.g., Ignition, Wonderware, GE iFIX, Cimplicity, or similar)
- Document commissioning results, punch list items, and corrective actions
- Participate in after-hours commissioning sessions (nights/weekends) to align with site operations and power-up windows
- Provide remote technical support to operations teams post-commissioning, as needed
- Understanding and updating technical documentation (control logic, test procedures, user manuals, etc.)
- Take ownership of personal and product quality
- Responsible for completing tasks in allotted time
Skills
- Two year technical degree
- 3+ years of experience in industrial automation, preferably within energy, utilities, or process control
- Demonstrated proficiency and working knowledge of communication protocols (DNP3, Modbus, etc.) and internet network architectures
- Effectively uses common, discipline-specific software and helps others use it as well
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines by setting priorities
- Demonstrates excellent verbal/written communication, time management, interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management and clients
- Gains knowledge by attending technical training sessions or conferences and shares knowledge through technical reports or presenting interesting, relevant topics to the team
- Able to read communication diagrams, logic diagrams, and network schematics
- Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, SQL, Access)
- Proven experience commissioning PLC and SCADA systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, SEL, etc.)
- Strong understanding of Modbus TCP/IP, DNP3, and other industrial communication protocols
- Familiarity with solar plant or BESS architectures, including inverters, relays, and control panels
- Proficiency with network configuration (managed switches, IP addressing, VPNs, etc.)
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under time-sensitive commissioning conditions
- Background in renewable energy or power systems
- Understanding of site commissioning processes, safety procedures, and QA/QC documentation communication and documentation skills
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and organizational skills
- Willing to travel 50% of the time
- Ability to participate in 24/7 rotation
- Mandatory weekend and evening hours
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving standards
- Must have permanent authorization to work in US
- Function Block and/or structured text programming experience preferred
Qualifications
Must Haves
- Two year technical degree
- 3+ years of experience in industrial automation, preferably within energy, utilities, or process control
- Demonstrated proficiency and working knowledge of communication protocols (DNP3, Modbus, etc.) and internet network architectures
- Effectively uses common, discipline-specific software and helps others use it as well
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines by setting priorities
- Demonstrates excellent verbal/written communication, time management, interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management and clients
- Gains knowledge by attending technical training sessions or conferences and shares knowledge through technical reports or presenting interesting, relevant topics to the team
- Able to read communication diagrams, logic diagrams, and network schematics
- Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, SQL, Access)
- Proven experience commissioning PLC and SCADA systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, SEL, etc.)
- Strong understanding of Modbus TCP/IP, DNP3, and other industrial communication protocols
- Familiarity with solar plant or BESS architectures, including inverters, relays, and control panels
- Proficiency with network configuration (managed switches, IP addressing, VPNs, etc.)
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under time-sensitive commissioning conditions
- Background in renewable energy or power systems
- Understanding of site commissioning processes, safety procedures, and QA/QC documentation communication and documentation skills
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and organizational skills
- Willing to travel 50% of the time
- Ability to participate in 24/7 rotation
- Mandatory weekend and evening hours
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving standards
- Must have permanent authorization to work in US
Nice to Haves
- Function Block and/or structured text programming experience preferred
Benefits
- Flexible Workplace
- Employee Ownership
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Collaborative Environment
- Innovative Culture
- Remote, hybrid or in-office work options
- Flexible working schedule
- Tools necessary to be productive