SCADA Engineer – Renewables Operations & Wind Farms

ESB; Dublin; On-site; EUR 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Parental leave entitlements

Well-being programme

Diversity & Inclusion initiatives

CSR opportunities

Networking opportunities

Job summary

ESB Renewables O&M is seeking a SCADA Engineer based in Dublin to maintain and extend SCADA and communications for windfarms, BESS and solar sites across ROI, NI, England and Wales. The role is autonomous and focuses on delivering real-time information to support iSEM and Grid operations.

You will work on system upgrades, OT/IT integration, RTU programming and provide site support with travel to multiple sites, ensuring reliability and safety of the renewable assets.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years relevant work experience.
• A relevant technical qualification and/or equivalent experience in a SCADA or telemetry system.
• The candidate shall be flexible, service motivated, commercially focused with excellent communication skills and ability to work on its own initiative.
• Strong reporting and documentation skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Windows operating systems.
• Working knowledge of IP networks and telemetry protocols (IEC104, DNP3, Modbus, OPC or ODBC).
• Must have a clean driving license and own transport for site travel.

Responsibilities

• Optimisation of technical tools for plant performance reporting.
• Support asset transfer and integration of new sites.
• Collaborate with Asset Development and mobilisation teams on SCADA/OT requirements for new sites and manage timelines.
• General IT or OT activities and housekeeping on SCADA systems.
• SCADA troubleshooting, maintenance and extension.
• Site telecoms setup and maintenance, including tender and selection.
• Interface with ISPs and manage site connectivity.
• Substation RTU programming, commissioning and maintenance.
• Integrate intelligent electronic devices.
• Deliver project work as required by the business.
• Develop/Specify new tools to improve safety and efficiency.
• Attend meetings with SCADA stakeholders and train new users.

Skills

SCADA systems

Telemetry protocols

MS Windows

IP networks

Communication skills

Driving license

Education

SCADA/telemetry qualification

Job description

ESB Renewables O&M is seeking a SCADA Engineer based in Dublin to maintain and extend SCADA and communications for windfarms, BESS and solar sites across ROI, NI, England and Wales. The role is autonomous and focuses on delivering real-time information to support iSEM and Grid operations.

You will work on system upgrades, OT/IT integration, RTU programming and provide site support with travel to multiple sites, ensuring reliability and safety of the renewable assets.