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Controls Engineer

Oakland, California, United States · Hybrid

Senior$950M raised

The Role We are looking for a Controls Engineer to join our product engineering team and help design, build, and commission microgrids. You will report to our Chief Technology Officer and work a hybrid work schedule from…

Skills: PLC Programming, Controls Engineering, Automation Systems, Distributed Energy Resources, Control Loop Design

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Capital Solutions Analyst

New York, New York, United States · On-site

Entry level$950M raised

The Role We are looking for a Capital Solutions Analyst to support the growth in the origination and capital markets deal team. You'll be based full-time in our New York City office, near Union Square. Key responsibiliti…

Skills: Financial Modeling, Transaction Management, Due Diligence, Project Finance, DCF Modeling

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Controls Engineer

Scale Microgrids

Oakland, California, United States • Hybrid

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  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree
  • Medical Benefits, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, 401K Matching
  • Posted 2d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and program PLC-based electrical control systems for microgrids. Responsibilities include troubleshooting hardware, managing site-level networks, and collaborating with teams to ensure operational efficiency and security.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 4+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of skills. Candidates should have strong experience in PLC programming and distributed energy resources like batteries and solar.

Full job description

The Role

 

We are looking for a Controls Engineer to join our product engineering team and help design, build, and commission microgrids. 

You will report to our Chief Technology Officer and work a hybrid work schedule from one of our offices in either Oakland, CA, Santa Monica, CA, Ridgewood, NJ, or NYC.

 

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Design, develop, and program PLC-based electrical control systems
  • Specify, purchase, and troubleshoot control system hardware and instrumentation (field-mounted and panel-mounted instruments)
  • Read, understand, and develop control system design documents (Functional Specifications, User’s Manual, and engineering reports)
  • Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to electrical control systems to minimize downtime and improve operational efficiency
  • Design and manage site-level microgrid networks and security
  • Perform risk assessments and implement safety measures to ensure the safe operation of control systems
  • Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and external vendors as needed to resolve system issues
  • Support cybersecurity efforts to ensure secure reliant and redundant controls
  • Learn our microgrid controls and perfect them for each project

 

The Ideal Candidate

  • Strong working experience with PLC programming, controls engineering, and various automation systems
  • Experience with distributed energy resources, including batteries, solar, generators, and switchgear
  • 5+ years of control loop design and switching power supply experience a plus
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot ladder logic of complex control systems
  • Solid mechanical, electrical, and software interface skills
  • Great attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Continuous learner, staying updated with the latest advancements in control systems technology
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and 4+ years of experience OR an equivalent combination of skills, education, and experience.

This is a great opportunity to have a long-term impact on a fast-paced, private equity-based growth business. Some of the core virtues embraced by Scales’ employees include:

  • Do the Right Thing
  • Act Like an Owner
  • Hustle
  • Demand Results
  • Go Together
  • Evolve or Disappear

 

We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program including medical benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K matching.

 

About Scale Microgrids 

Scale is redefining resilience, with advanced microgrids that go beyond traditional backup power solutions to give businesses the power to adapt and thrive amid all of today’s growing energy challenges. As a vertically-integrated provider of turnkey advanced microgrid systems, Scale combines project design, engineering, and execution expertise with microgrid-as-a-service financing to offer our customers systems that are optimized to deliver maximum value from day one while ensuring ultra-reliable operations and fast time-to-power.

Scale is backed by EQT, a firm with ~$250B in assets, bringing a depth of experience, resources, and capital that will enable Scale to continue pursuing our vision of powering the world with distributed energy. The investment enables Scale to own and operate billions of dollars in distributed generation assets.  To learn more about Scale Microgrids, please visit https://www.scalemicrogrids.com.

 

About EQT

EQT is a leading purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 246 billion in total assets under management, divided into two business segments: Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. To learn more about EQT, please visit https://eqtgroup.com.

 

Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone with equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes.  We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

 

 

 

 

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This is a great opportunity to have a long-term impact on a fast-paced, private equity-backed growth business. Some of the core virtues embraced by Scales’ employees include:

·       Do the Right Thing

·       Act Like an Owner

·       Hustle

·       Demand Results

·       Go Together

·       Evolve or Disappear

 

We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program including medical benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K matching.

 

About Scale Microgrids

Scale is redefining resilience, with advanced microgrids that go beyond traditional backup power solutions to give businesses the power to adapt and thrive amid all of today’s growing energy challenges. As a vertically-integrated provider of turnkey advanced microgrid systems, Scale combines project design, engineering, and execution expertise with microgrid-as-a-service financing to offer our customers systems that are optimized to deliver maximum value from day one while ensuring ultra-reliable operations and fast time-to-power.

 

Scale is backed by EQT, a firm with ~$250B in assets, bringing a depth of experience, resources, and capital that will enable Scale to continue pursuing our vision of powering the world with distributed energy. The investment enables Scale to own and operate billions of dollars in distributed generation assets.  To learn more about Scale Microgrids, please visit https://www.scalemicrogrids.com.

 

About EQT

EQT is a leading purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 246 billion in total assets under management, divided into two business segments: Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. To learn more about EQT, please visit https://eqtgroup.com.

 

Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone with equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes.  We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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About Scale Microgrids

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Powering the world with distributed energy

Industry
Electric Power Generation
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2016
Headquarters
Ridgewood, New Jersey
LinkedIn followers
25,838
Total funding
$950M

Scale is a vertically integrated provider of advanced energy solutions for data centers and large commercial and industrial facilities. By combining project design, engineering, and operational expertise with robust financing solutions, Scale provides customers with turnkey systems that optimize multiple on-site resources to deliver ultra-reliable performance, faster speed-to-power, lower energy costs, and reduced carbon footprints. Learn more at www.scalemicrogrids.com

Offices: 51 S Broad St, Ridgewood, New Jersey 07450, US · 2450 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, California, US · New York City, NY 10801, US · Oakland, California 90404, US · Santa Barbara, California 90404, US

MicrogridsDistributed Energy SolutionsEnergy Audits & Usage OptimizationRenewablesSustainabilityBackup PowerResilienceand Energy CentersClean EnergyRenewable Energy
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About Scale Microgrids

LinkedInVisit site

Powering the world with distributed energy

Industry
Electric Power Generation
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2016
Headquarters
Ridgewood, New Jersey
LinkedIn followers
25,838
Total funding
$950M

Scale is a vertically integrated provider of advanced energy solutions for data centers and large commercial and industrial facilities. By combining project design, engineering, and operational expertise with robust financing solutions, Scale provides customers with turnkey systems that optimize multiple on-site resources to deliver ultra-reliable performance, faster speed-to-power, lower energy costs, and reduced carbon footprints. Learn more at www.scalemicrogrids.com

Offices: 51 S Broad St, Ridgewood, New Jersey 07450, US · 2450 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, California, US · New York City, NY 10801, US · Oakland, California 90404, US · Santa Barbara, California 90404, US

MicrogridsDistributed Energy SolutionsEnergy Audits & Usage OptimizationRenewablesSustainabilityBackup PowerResilienceand Energy CentersClean EnergyRenewable Energy
View all jobs at Scale Microgrids

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