Control & Instrumentation Engineer - Wind farms

Company : Climate17

Job Description - Control & Instrumentation Engineer - Wind farms

Role

Climate17 are working with a one of Europe’s largest independent power producers who operate a significant portfolio of renewable energy projects across Europe and the United States.

They are actively searching to hire an experienced Controls & Instrumentation Engineer to join their asset perforamnce team to oversee the development, implementation and management of technical solutions on their onshore wind farm portfolio, ensuring their successful operation.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement and test solutions to provide visibility and control of the plant’s electrical infrastructure
Deliver solutions to enhance plant control capability and support the delivery of grid regulation requirements
Review technical documentation for new plants (i.e. wind, solar PV, BESS) ensuring that operational requirements are captured in EPC and supply agreements
Manage regular maintenance of the plant’s I&C equipment
Troubleshoot/repair defective equipment, utilising and managing contractors where required
Support maintenance and troubleshooting of SCADA data interfaces
Support Grid Code compliance through monitoring and maintenance of critical control systems, interfaces, and TSO/DSO data provision systems
Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards by regularly assessing I&C systems for vulnerabilities, applying security updates or implementing remediation measures

Requirements

Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronic or Automation and Control)
Ability to interpret/understand available information to make effective and efficient decisions.
Be able to identify solutions to concerns and challenges that arise
Have effective internal and external communication and interpersonal skills.
Expert knowledge of PLC operation, programming and management (Schneider and Rockwell)
Expert knowledge of a broad range of communication protocols used in Industrial Systems (OPC DA/UA, Modbus, IEC60870-5-104, IEC61850)
Able to manage 3rd party service contracts
Proficient in creating technical documentation
Basic understanding of electrical schematics (single and multi-line diagrams)
Basic understanding of IT/OT networks
Knowledge of PLC operation, programming and management (Omron and Siemens)
Knowledge of other communication protocols (MQTT, DNP3, Omron Fins etc.)
Knowledge of renewable energy SCADA systems
At least 5 years’ experience in designing, implementing, and deploying I&C systems
Experience integrating I&C data with SCADA systems, databases, and other platforms
Track record of I&C projects, including planning, execution, and documentation

Location: Remote, plus frequent site travel across UK.

About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.

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