Control & Instrumentation Engineer – Wind farms

Climate17; Leeds; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy is seeking a skilled Controls & Instrumentation Engineer to enhance the performance of their onshore wind farm portfolio. The role involves developing technical solutions, managing I&C systems, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This remote position requires excellent communication skills and at least 5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in designing I&C systems.
• Proficient in creating technical documentation.
• Knowledgeable in renewable energy SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement solutions for control of electrical infrastructure.
• Manage I&C equipment and troubleshoot defective systems.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards.

Skills

Effective communication

Decision making

Problem-solving

Expert knowledge of PLC operation

Knowledge of communication protocols

Education

Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronic or Automation and Control)

Job description

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.

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