SCADA & Network Engineer, RMDC

Description

• Supports global regions (Americas, EMEA, APAC).
• Work at the intersection of OT, IT, networking, and energy storage operations.
• Works closely with RMDC engineers, SCADA specialists, controls teams, and commissioning engineers.
• Collaborate closely with software teams to evaluate vulnerabilities, verify updates, and guarantee secure deployment practices fleet-wide.
• Maintain comprehensive SCADA and network documentation, including architecture diagrams, signal lists, communication links, and backup and recovery strategies.
• Assist in monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), tracking compliance, and reporting on the reliability of SCADA and network systems.
• Adhere strictly to change-management protocols for SCADA and network configurations.
• Oversee cybersecurity and patch management by administering network device updates, firmware patches, and validating the security of all deployments.
• Serve as the primary escalation contact for all SCADA, communications, server, and network challenges at operational BESS locations.
• Diagnose and address failures related to SCADA signals, communication breakdowns, network connectivity, cybersecurity alerts, and Linux/server service disruptions.
• Coordinate and support Field Service Engineers, commissioning teams, and other engineering specialists to facilitate effective issue resolution.
• Conduct advanced troubleshooting in Linux environments, focusing on services, system logs, and performance metrics to accurately isolate and document issues prior to escalation to Product teams.
• Identify and resolve complex technical issues at BESS sites, working with Linux systems, Cisco switches and firewalls, and ensuring secure and reliable communications.

Requirements

• Solution-oriented mindset with attention to cybersecurity and safety.
• Willingness to work rotational shifts.
• Ability to support field teams remotely when needed.
• English fluent
• Certifications a plus (RHCSA, RHCE, CCNA, CISSP, or equivalent).
• Experience in BESS, renewable energy, or related fields
• Good communication skills
• Experience in industrial control systems, BESS, or other mission-critical hardware/software systems.
• Knowledge about SCADA protocols such as: Modbus & TCP/IP, Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), SEL Real Time Automation Controller (RTAC), SCADA Gateways & Data Concentrators, MQTT, Sparkplug B
• OPC-UA servers (Ignition).
• Clear communication and solid documentation skills.
• Good networking skills, switching, routing and basic firewall knowledge, OSI model and Prudence model
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Engineering, Automation, IT, Computer Science, Electronics, or equivalent.
• 3–5+ years in OT/SCADA/network engineering within power, utility, industrial automation, or energy systems.
• Experience with SCADA systems, signal mapping, networking, and industrial protocols.
• Ability to interpret network diagrams, SCADA architectures, relay/RTU configs.
• Collaborator — skilled at working across sustaining, product, and field teams.
• 7+ yrs of relevant OT / SCADA / Networking or IT experience.
• Basic knowledge in Linux based systems and commands. High-level programming languages such as Python or shell/bash scripting. Insights about Github
• ISO 2700 and associated standards, NIS II and other country or regional cyber security standards
• Fluence safety training.
• Familiarity with Git and Github
• German / other language skills desired
• Strong real-time troubleshooting capability.
• Systems thinker — you connect Linux, networking, and cybersecurity into holistic solutions.
• Ticketing and incident management platforms (Salesforce, Jira).
• Exposure to advanced SCADA, networking, and renewable energy systems.
• Familiarity with ITIL/ITSM process.

Benefits

• Strong global collaboration and career growth opportunities.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance