Grid Operations Engineer – Wind Energy & SCADA

ENERCON - Sweden; Tralee; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Health Insurance

Pension Contribution Scheme

Dental Insurance

Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Bike to Work Scheme

Educational Assistance

Full PPE Gear

World class in-house training

Career Progression Opportunities

Sports & Social Club

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

ENERCON Ireland is hiring a Grid Operations Engineer based in Tralee, Co. Kerry or within a weekly commutable distance. The role focuses on switching operations, HV/MV equipment maintenance, and SCADA support across Ireland.

Requirements include an electrical trade qualification or degree and at least four years wind turbine experience, with travel expected nationwide and abroad. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Electrical trade qualification or electrical degree is essential.
• At least four years wind turbine experience is essential.
• Experience in SCADA monitoring is advantageous.
• Commitment to AE status within 6 months of start.
• Strong IT skills and ability to write technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Authorise, supervise and perform switching operations as a Switching authorised dispatcher.
• Support in ensuring compliance with current legislation for HV electrical works in Ireland.
• Organise materials and labour to carry out repairs to MV/HV equipment.
• First level fault analysis and technical support for SCADA.
• Involvement in SCADA installs on site for upcoming projects/refits.

Skills

Electrical trade

Wind turbine experience

SCADA monitoring

IT skills

Team player

Communication

Problem solving

Documentation writing

Education

Electrical degree

Tools

SCADA software

Job description

ENERCON Ireland is hiring a Grid Operations Engineer based in Tralee, Co. Kerry or within a weekly commutable distance. The role focuses on switching operations, HV/MV equipment maintenance, and SCADA support across Ireland.

Requirements include an electrical trade qualification or degree and at least four years wind turbine experience, with travel expected nationwide and abroad. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.