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.
About Fluence: Fluence Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader in energy storage products and services, and optimization software for renewables and storage. With a presence in over 47 markets globally, Fluence provides an ecosystem of offerings to drive the clean energy transition, including modular, scalable energy storage products, comprehensive service offerings, and the Fluence IQ Platform, which delivers AI-enabled SaaS products for managing and optimizing renewables and storage from any provider. Fluence is transforming the way we power our world by helping customers create more resilient and sustainable electric grids.
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.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Drive the Project team on realization of the Project specific requirements with existing functionalities: Cybersecurity, Network, Architecture and associated devices.
Drive the integration of the Fluence BESS control system into the Transmission System Operator (TSO) SCADA systems: Network configuration, communication interfaces, cybersecurity requirements, to meet TSO / Customer requirements
Develop and maintain documentation of existing Network infrastructure including hardware, protocols, communication links and cybersecurity strategies.
Work with field engineers to find solutions to problems as they arise during commissioning/testing of a system, in all network-related subjects.
Develop standardized test procedures and execute tests (FAT / SAT) to reduce commissioning time, and perform testing, including involvement in hands on lab testing during evaluations of prototype systems.
Support in central network/cybersecurity for energy storage solutions, including guidance, evaluation and analysis of network/cybersecurity challenges.
Drive interface to Client and sub-contractor to ensure Networks compliance and lead concept during Tender and Project Execution phase.
Keep current with all Company products, developments, and projects as they apply to the 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 Network and Cybersecurity practices.
Support company strategy and provide relevant reporting and updates to Company leadership as needed.
Develop and recommend performance management and feedback to current Control System technical support KPI’s.
Executing tasks related to Fluence’ safety KPIs
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.
Essential Skill Requirements:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Networking or a related technical field.A Minimum of 2 years of experience in Networking and IT/OT Infrastructure support. Be fluent in English Hands-on experience in configuring Enterprise grade firewalls, routers, switches. (e.g. Cisco) Have a solid understanding of OSI layer models and experience in remotely deploying network configurations. Have strong verbal and written communications skills. Have a solutions-oriented mindset.Desirable Skill Requirements:
Relevant experience within Power utility or related industries. Experience within TSOs is of particular advantage. Experience with industrial equipment and SCADA systems. Cisco Certification - CCNA or higher. Experience working with Linux Server. Experience working with VMWare virtualisation solutions and Docker. Experience in implementing and maintaining compliance with ISO 27001, IEC 62443 or other relevant cyber security requirements. Basic proficiency in high-level programming languages such as Python and/or shell/bash scripting Experience using Ansible for Network and Linux automation. Ability to speak another language. German is of particular advantage.