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Overview

Our client who is a specialist electrical engineering consultancy, focused on data centres and high-voltage infrastructure projects, is looking for an experienced SCADA & Automation Engineer

The SCADA & Automation Engineer is responsible for the design, configuration, and engineering of substation automation systems (SAS) and SCADA integration for medium-voltage and high-voltage substations serving data center and industrial clients in the Scandinavian market.

The role focuses on IEC 61850 communication architecture, GOOSE messaging, IED configuration, SCADA signal mapping, and the integration of protection and control devices within modern substation automation frameworks. The position also supports cybersecurity considerations for operational technology (OT) systems.

Working closely with Protection Engineers and Secondary Design Engineers, the SCADA/SAS Engineer ensures that automation systems are properly designed, configured, tested, and documented to meet project requirements and grid compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Substation Automation System (SAS) Design

Develop substation automation system architectures for HV and MV substationsDesign communication networks and system topology for substation automation.Ensure SAS designs meet data center reliability and redundancy requirements.Prepare SAS specifications and functional descriptions.Support integration of SAS with data center monitoring and management systems.

IEC 61850 Engineering

Configure IEC 61850 communication systems, including SCL file development.Develop GOOSE messaging configurations and communication mapping.Support integration of protection relays and control devices within the IEC 61850 framework.Prepare engineering documentation related to communication systems.Support testing and validation of communication configurations.

SCADA Integration

Support integration of substations with client and utility SCADA systems.Develop signal lists and communication mapping.Coordinate SCADA interfaces with control systems.Support commissioning of SCADA communication.Prepare documentation related to control and monitoring systems.

IED Configuration & Communication

Configure intelligent electronic devices (IEDs) for communication within SAS.Programme RTUs and gateways for SCADA and remote communication.Support IED integration with protection relay settings provided by Protection Engineers.Ensure communication protocols are correctly configured and tested.

Cybersecurity & OT Systems

Support cybersecurity considerations for substation OT networks in accordance with IEC 62351 and client requirements.Contribute to network security architecture for substation automation systems.Ensure cybersecurity requirements are integrated into SAS design and documentation.

Testing, Commissioning & Documentation

Support SAS testing and validation activities, including FAT and SAT.Prepare test plans and procedures for substation automation systems.Prepare and maintain engineering documentation for SAS and SCADA systems.Support preparation of as-built documentation.Participate in engineering design reviews.

Required Qualifications and Competencies:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related discipline.Minimum 5 years of experience in substation automation or SCADA engineering.Experience with IEC 61850 configuration and engineering.Experience working with SCADA and automation systems.Experience in HV or MV substation projects.Experience with data center or industrial automation projects is a plus.Proficiency with IEC 61850 tools (IET600, SCD editors, SCL configuration).Experience with relay vendor communication tools: PCM600 (ABB), Digsi 5 (Siemens), MiCOM S1 (Schneider Electric).Knowledge of SCADA platforms and communication protocols.Understanding of substation automation system architecture and design.Familiarity with network security principles for OT environments (IEC 62351).Proficiency with EPLAN and AutoCAD for SAS documentation.Familiarity with Nordic TSO standards is considered an advantage.Excellent verbal and written communication in English (Portuguese is considered a plus).EU citizenship preferred to facilitate site visits across Scandinavia.Based in Lisbon or Porto, Portugal.Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.Strong organisational and multitasking capabilities.

Ability to work collaboratively within engineering teams

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Job Title: Automation & SCADA Engineer - Hydropower

Location: Austria

The Role

Are you ready to help drive the energy transition through advanced digital power solutions? We are partnering with a world-leading hydropower technology and engineering group seeking an Automation & SCADA Engineer to oversee the control systems design, modernization, and commissioning for major hydroelectric and pumped-storage installations across central Europe and global export markets.

In this role, you will configure, program, and test the automation, PLC, SCADA, and balance-of-plant control frameworks that ensure safe, highly efficient, and autonomous hydroelectric generation.

Key Responsibilities

System Architecture & Design: Develop and engineer complex PLC, HMI, and SCADA control architectures specifically tailored for hydroelectric plants, including turbine governors, hydraulic actuators, and high-voltage substation integration.Programming & Commissioning: Implement control logic (IEC 61131-3 standards), execute software simulations, and lead on-site Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) globally.Grid Integration & Security: Ensure compliance with strict European grid codes (e.g., VDE guidelines) and implement robust cybersecurity measures for Operational Technology (OT) networks.Interdisciplinary Engineering: Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and fluid dynamics teams to integrate digital automation systems into both greenfield projects and legacy plant retrofits.

What We Are Looking For

Experience: 5+ years of professional background in industrial automation, control engineering, or power plant technology (direct hydroelectric or heavy rotating equipment experience highly preferred).Technical Mastery: Advanced proficiency with major industrial automation platforms widely deployed in European heavy industry (e.g., Siemens SIMATIC S7/PCS7, Schneider Electric, or ABB).Domain Knowledge: Strong understanding of hydro dynamics, such as turbine regulation, governor control, water hammer mitigation, and pumped-storage operational logic.Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or equivalent, with professional proficiency in English (German language skills are a strong advantage).

Why Apply?

Industry Leadership: Work at the forefront of renewable energy technology with a globally recognized market leader shaping the future of sustainable power generation.Career Growth: Clear technical and managerial progression paths into Lead Systems Engineering, Project Management, or R&D Digital Solutions.Compensation: Attractive industrial tariff-aligned compensation package, comprehensive corporate benefits, and structured relocation support.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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