Expert SCADA/PLC/Controls Engineer (m/f/d)

Number of employees

1010

Erlangen, Germany, Germany

Posted on: 2022-04-19

Category: energy

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Employment type:

Full time

Experience required:

Intermediate

Salary

Salary not provided

About the company:

Fluence is the leading global energy storage technology and services company, created and backed by Siemens and AES, two industry powerhouses and pioneers in energy storage. Fluence unites the scale, experience, breadth, and financial backing of the two most experienced icons in energy storage.

Our mission is to create a more sustainable future by transforming the way we power our world. Energy storage is critical to this transformation, yet today the market is fragmented and customers face the challenge of finding a trusted technology partner amidst conflicting technical claims, inexperienced vendors and installers, and new market entrants with limited power sector knowledge.

Fluence brings the proven technology solutions and services that overcome the commercial and regulatory barriers that stand in the way of modernizing our energy networks. We are the partner that can deliver at a global scale with the most experienced and knowledgeable team in the world.

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader in energy storage products and services and digital applications for renewables and storage. With a presence in 30 global markets, Fluence provides an ecosystem of offerings to drive the clean energy transition, including modular, scalable storage products, comprehensive service offerings, and the Fluence IQ platform, which delivers AI-enabled digital applications for managing and optimizing storage and renewables. The company is transforming the way we power our world by helping customers create more resilient and sustainable electric grids. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.
 
OUR CULTURE AND VALUES

We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.

We are Leading
Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.

We are Responsible
Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.

We are Agile
We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.

We are Fun
We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. 

Fluence is looking for a Expert Scada/PLC/Controls Engineer, to strengthen its SNC (Scada/Network/Controls) Engineering capabilities in the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East, Africa). The role is reporting into Fluence`s Manager of SNC Engineering Group EMEA and working with the team on various projects and development tasks.
 
Key Responsibilities Include
·       Serve as the Subject Matter Expert regarding SCADA and all related and relevant systems and processes.
·       Support the integration of Fluence BESS control system into Transmission System Operator (TSO) EMS/SCADA systems.
·       Lead the development of logic and control schemes for remote and local operation of the BESS to meet TSO requirements.
·       Manage interface to Client and sub-contractor to support SCADA compliance and drive concept during Tender and Project Execution phase.
·       Keep current with all Company products, developments, and projects as they apply to the SCADA network at both site and enterprise levels.
·       Maintain strict management of change control procedures and documentation.
·       Remain current on industry best practices and updated technology to ensure the company is provided world-class SCADA services.
·       Support company strategy and provide relevant reporting and updates to Company leadership as needed.
·       Develop and recommend performance management and feedback to current SCADA technical support KPI’s.
·       Develop and maintain as needed required interfaces, device configurations and communications, data points, and SCADA Alarms notifications.
·       Develop and maintain documentation of existing SCADA infrastructure including hardware, applications, protocols, communication links and system backup and recovery strategies.

Key Qualifications
·       Four-year Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, information technology, computer science or another related field.
·       Minimum of 2-3 years of demonstrated and relevant SCADA experience with a power utility or related industry (preferable Energy Storage). Direct experience in the electricity transmission/distribution sector with EMS/SCADA systems would be preferred.
·       Knowledge and experience with SCADA protocols such as: IEC60870-5-101/103/104, IEC 61850 MMS, DNP3, Modbus & TCP/IP.
·       Working knowledge on PLC, Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), preferable SEL Real Time Automation Controller (RTAC).
·       Working knowledge on SEL Relays & Meters, Siemens Relays & Meters & SCADA Gateways & Data Concentrators.
·       Experience with Managed Ethernet Switches, Media Converters (Fiber & Serial).
·       Knowledge of the design, operation and maintenance of high voltage electrical equipment including but not limited to inverters, transformers, I/O racks, telecommunications, and controllers is a plus.
·       Intermediate-to-Expert knowledge of industrial-grade supervisory control and data acquisition systems is required.
·       Experience leading and managing teams of other engineers or technicians in the electric power industry, or similar field is desirable.
·       Effective in a collaborative yet informally structured work environment. Desire to take responsibility and initiative. Proven capability in managing contractors and working in a matrix organization on fast moving projects.
·       Fluent in written and spoken English (German language would be a plus)
·       Willingness to travel up to 20%

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status. 

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