Project Manager - E&C Y6V3X739
Job Description
Job Description
Controls Network Infrastructure Designer
Location: Juno Beach, Florida
Contract Duration: 12 months
Overview of the Role:
The Controls Network Infrastructure Designer supports the Controls Engineering team by managing fiber optic and network infrastructure design, drawing reviews, and resolving connectivity issues that impact control system operations. This role maintains reliable communication infrastructure between substations and collection system facilities, enabling successful integration of controls and SCADA equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review substation plans and collection system drawings at 30%, 60%, 90%, and IFC phases to identify fiber junction mismatches and missing equipment
- Verify hardware and configuration in IT communication server rack and SCADA rack with Control PLC hardware
- Verify consistency between substation and collection system fiber routing plans
- Flag errors in published drawings and coordinate corrections with Engineering EOR design teams
- Maintain accuracy of as-built documentation for control network infrastructure
Infrastructure Design & Planning: - Design fiber optic cable routes (aerial, underground, buried) connecting substations to collection systems
- Audit drawings for conduit systems, junction boxes, and network equipment placement
- Perform route analysis and develop fiber route maps for control system communications
- Design static Ethernet networks, switch configurations, and basic network implementations
- Estimate costs and timelines for network infrastructure components
- Create Bills of Materials (BOMs) for fiber, switches, and network equipment
- Order and coordinate shipping of missing network components
- Provide commissioning assistance for network infrastructure testing
- Maintain records of fiber splicing, network topology, and equipment configurations
- Develop restoration procedures for fiber damage and network failures
- Perform routine inspections of control network infrastructure
- Support emergency response for communication system outages
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Associate's degree in engineering, telecommunications, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years hands-on experience with fiber optic design and installation
- Proficiency in CAD software and network design tools
- Understanding of IT infrastructure, static IP addressing, Ethernet switches, and basic firewall concepts
- Knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure
- Experience with outside plant construction standards and practices
Perks of Working with AP Recruiters & Associates:
- Competitive pay (depending on experience)
- Comprehensive career growth opportunities with ongoing professional development
- Dedicated professional support and mentorship throughout your contract
- Access to cutting-edge technology and industry-leading projects
- Flexible work arrangements and professional networking opportunities
About the Client:
Our client is a leading clean energy company and one of the largest electric utility companies in the United States. They are committed to building a sustainable energy future through innovative renewable energy projects, advanced grid modernization, and environmental stewardship. With operations spanning multiple states, they provide reliable, affordable, and clean electricity to millions of customers while investing heavily in solar, wind, and battery storage technologies. The company is recognized for its commitment to employee development, diversity, and community engagement.