REMOTE CONTROL ENGINEER

Company Description NHOA Energy designs, delivers and services Battery Energy Storage Systems for utility-scale and industrial applications worldwide, based on proprietary technology. Our western power electronics secures performance, guarantees absolute cybersecurity and enables optimized system sizing, while our preferential Asian access offers a reliable, competitive, quality-assured battery supply. World-class engineering and grid integration and forming expertise, coupled with local construction and commissioning capabilities, make for a bankable turnkey delivery platform. NHOA Energy’s service platform combines global best practice with client proximity, enabling a tailored offering. We are committed to exceptional user experience, leveraging cutting-edge pre-emptive maintenance technology and immediate response capabilities to guarantee unparalleled availability. Innovation, human capital, organization, financial strength and a flawless reputation of excellence, integrity and sustainability are the basis of our competitive advantage.
We are looking for a Control Engineer to join our Engineering team, reporting directly to the Head of Control Engineering. In this role, you will contribute to the design and development of control systems for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), supporting the full lifecycle of projects from architecture design to testing and commissioning. You will work in a dynamic and international environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful integration and performance of advanced energy storage solutions.
Design the control architecture for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in line with technical specifications and project requirements
Develop control algorithms and support their implementation in PLC and embedded environments
Prepare technical documentation including software specifications, hardware architecture diagrams, control flowcharts and HMI descriptions
Collaborate with Project Execution, Project Development, R&D and Commissioning teams to ensure proper system integration
Perform technical feasibility analyses and support system optimization and feature development
Validate control systems through simulations, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and commissioning activities
Support FAT, SAT and on-site commissioning phases, troubleshooting software and system issues when needed
Ensure compliance with relevant engineering standards, safety procedures and HSE requirements
Contribute to the continuous improvement of software and control strategies based on operational data and testing results
3–5 years of experience in control engineering, industrial automation or similar roles
Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, Automation or Computer Engineering
Experience with programming languages used in automation (e.g. MATLAB, Python, C/C++, Visual Basic)
Solid understanding of control theory, signal processing and real-time systems
Hands-on experience with PLC development; knowledge of Siemens PLC suite is a strong plus
Familiarity with SCADA systems, HMI development and industrial communication protocols (e.g. Knowledge of energy storage technologies, renewable energy systems and battery management systems
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and use electrical CAD tools (e.g. Experience with control xrdbqlu system testing activities including FAT, SAT and on-site commissioning
Basic knowledge of cybersecurity principles applied to control systems (e.g. Good command of English (written and spoken) and Italian (written and spoken)
Willingness to travel internationally for commissioning and testing activities
Location: Hybrid Remote; Permanent full-time contract
A flexible and innovative approach to remote working that adapts to your needs (see: )
Ambitious and people-centered work environment — we invest in your growth and well-being