
Posted 6 months ago
SCADA Engineer (m/f/d) – Photovoltaic Power Plants
SaarbrückenFull-time
AI Summary
The SCADA Engineer (m/f/d) – Photovoltaic Power Plants designs, configures, tests, and commissions SCADA systems for utility-scale solar plants, translates customer requirements into technical solutions, and integrates field devices.
About this role
Overview
Your mission
- Implementation, configuration, and testing of SCADA systems for utility-scale PV plants
- Participation in the selection and evaluation of suitable SCADA and PPC systems, considering customer requirements, local standards, and grid operator regulations
- Configuration, commissioning, and validation of the Power Plant Controller (PPC)
- Analysis of customer requirements and translation into technical system concepts
- Creation of communication, metering, and network design documents
- Integration and parameterization of field devices (inverters, weather stations, meters, protection equipment, etc.)
- Support during FAT/SAT, remote troubleshooting, and issue resolution
- Close collaboration with engineering, site management, suppliers, and external partners
- Ensuring cybersecurity standards and reliable communication structures
- Knowledge transfer and support within the SCADA team
Your profile
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, Computer Science, or a related field
- Relevant professional experience in SCADA, automation, or control systems is a strong advantage
- Knowledge of common communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, IEC 60870-5-104, OPC UA)
- Experience with Power Plant Controllers or a strong willingness to develop expertise in this area
- Ability to analyze technical requirements and convert them into system specifications
- Structured and independent working style, with enthusiasm for complex technical systems
- Excellent German language skills (ideally native-level)
- Class B driving license
What we offer
- Independent work in a committed team
- Work in a growing, international company with a start-up mentality
- Workplace in a central location in Saarbrücken with good transport connections
- Open and friendly working atmosphere
- Flexitime model with core working hours
- Company sports (Hansefit)
- Subsidized parking in the city centre or public transport
- Job bike
unsolicited application
Skills
FATIEC 60870-5-104ModbusOPC UAPhotovoltaicPower Plant ControllerPPCPVSATSCADA