Project Engineer Power Control & PLC Automation (all genders)

meteocontrol; Augsburg; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Home office model

30 days vacation

Career development offers

SpenditCard €50 monthly

Deutschlandticket subsidy

Job summary

meteocontrol, a leader in renewable energy management systems, seeks a commissioning engineer for SCADA systems in Germany and internationally. You will perform remote and on-site commissioning for utility-scale plants, collaborate with project teams on SCADA scope, and coordinate with customers and grid operators to optimize solutions.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in electrical engineering or related fields, are fluent in German and English, and are ready to travel for on-site tasks while

Qualifications

• Degree or vocational training in electrical engineering, automation technology, communications engineering, or a related field.
• Independent and structured approach to work.
• Strong interest in technical problem-solving and innovation.
• Customer-focused and solution-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Team player with a proactive attitude and willingness to take ownership.
• Willingness to travel for on-site commissioning tasks.
• Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Perform remote and on-site commissioning of monitoring and control systems for utility-scale photovoltaic, BESS or hybrid power plants in Germany and internationally.
• Collaborate closely with project management and take responsibility for the SCADA scope (plant control, monitoring, power control, grid integration).
• Coordinate technical requirements with customers, utilities, and grid operators to develop optimal solutions.
• Tackle technical challenges with a solution-driven mindset and a passion for innovation.
• Implement and help define network and cybersecurity measures.
• Utilize PLCs and RTUs for protocol conversion, plant automation, power control, and other SCADA functionalities.

Skills

German fluency

English fluency

Communication skills

Team player

Travel readiness

Education

Degree or vocational training in electrical engineering / automation

Tools

PLCs & RTUs

Job description

• Perform remote and on-site commissioning of monitoring and control systems for utility-scale photovoltaic, BESS or hybrid power plants in Germany and internationally
• Collaborate closely with project management and take responsibility for the SCADA scope (plant control, monitoring, power control, grid integration)
• Coordinate technical requirements with customers, utilities, and grid operators to develop optimal solutions
• Tackle technical challenges with a solution-driven mindset and a passion for innovation
• Implement and help define network and cybersecurity measures
• Utilize PLCs and RTUs for protocol conversion, plant automation, power control, and other SCADA functionalities

Your mission:

• Perform remote and on-site commissioning of monitoring and control systems for utility-scale photovoltaic, BESS or hybrid power plants in Germany and internationally
• Collaborate closely with project management and take responsibility for the SCADA scope (plant control, monitoring, power control, grid integration)
• Coordinate technical requirements with customers, utilities, and grid operators to develop optimal solutions
• Tackle technical challenges with a solution-driven mindset and a passion for innovation
• Implement and help define network and cybersecurity measures
• Utilize PLCs and RTUs for protocol conversion, plant automation, power control, and other SCADA functionalities

Your profile:

• Degree or vocational training in electrical engineering, automation technology, communications engineering, or a related field
• Independent and structured approach to work
• Strong interest in technical problem-solving and innovation
• Customer-focused and solution-oriented mindset
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Team player with a proactive attitude and willingness to take ownership
• Comfortable working in a project-based environment
• Willingness to travel for on-site commissioning tasks
• Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken

We welcome applications from people with disabilities and actively promote equal opportunities and diversity.

You can look forward to:

6 reasons to join meteocontrol (and more):

• Working for a better future: With us, you will create a better future for us and all generations after us.
• More flexibility: We know how important a good work-life balance is. That's why we offer flexible working hours and a home office model that adapts to your needs.
• Vacation that grows: Start with 30 days of vacation and your loyalty will be rewarded every two years with an additional day of vacation - up to 35 days for even more time off!
• Continuous learning & development: Your development is important to us - we support you in your career planning within the company with a wide range of offers.
• Money on top: In addition to your salary, you will receive a monthly SpenditCard worth €50 and a subsidy for the Deutschlandticket.
• Fitness: Train with our attractive employer subsidy at EGYM Wellpass, take part in our JobRad leasing program or power yourself up at our annual company run.

You can find many more reasons on our career website!

Your Contact Person

Laura Faaß

Business Partner People & Culture

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About Us

At meteocontrol, we have been dedicated to renewable energies since 1998 and are one of the world's leading developers of independent energy management systems. With our holistic solutions, we accompany the entire life cycle of energy systems. From planning to commissioning, we support our customers as independent technical consultants. For this we need a team of highly qualified and motivated employees.

Do you want to become part of our diverse team from different departments and drive the future of renewable energies together?

With energy into the future. We are looking forward to you!