Senior Controls/SCADA Engineer (m/w/d)

Fluence Energy, LLC; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluence Energy, LLC in Bengaluru invites a Senior Controls/SCADA Engineer to lead project teams, serve as SME on controls, grid integration, and EMS systems, and drive development of controls applications for utility-scale energy storage.

The role requires 5+ years in controls/software and expertise in SCADA protocols, Linux/Python/Simulink, and C/C++. Collaboration with clients and subcontractors is essential; some travel to EMEA is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in automation and controls.
• 5+ years of Controls/Software experience in power utility or related industry.
• Expert in electricity transmission/distribution and EMS grid code requirements.
• Expert in SCADA protocols IEC60870-5-101/103/104, IEC 61850 MMS, DNP3, Modbus & TCP/IP.
• Experience with Linux, Python, shell/bash, Github.
• Experience with MathWorks Simulink for model-based systems engineering.
• C/C++ programming.
• Knowledge of high voltage electrical equipment and systems.
• Strong problem-solving and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team as SME on controls, application modes, grid integration and related systems.
• Develop, implement and test controls applications (FAT/SAT) with hands-on lab testing.
• Manage interfaces to clients and subcontractors to ensure Controls compliance and lead during Tender/Project Execution.
• Create and maintain documentation of controls infrastructure, software architecture, hardware, protocols and validation procedures.
• Stay current with Fluence products and projects at site and enterprise levels.

Skills

SCADA protocols

Python scripting

Linux commands

GitHub usage

C/C++ programming

Simulink

Electrical power systems

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Engineering

Tools

RTAC

SCADA Gateways

DNP3

Modbus TCP/IP

SEL Relays

Siemens Relays

IEC 61850 MMS

Job description

## Senior Controls/SCADA Engineer (m/w/d)Apply: Hybrid (2-3 days in Office): India - Bangalore: Full time: Posted Today: JR101640Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.**Job Description:**## Tasks * Leading the Project team on realization of the Project specific requirements with existing functionalities: serve as the Subject Matter Expert regarding Controls, Application modes, Grid integration, as well as all related and relevant systems and processes.* Involved in the product development engineering of utility scale energy storage solutions, including the development, implementation and testing of controls applications.* Develop standardized test procedures and execute tests (FAT / SAT) to reduce commissioning time, and perform testing, including involvement in hands on lab testing during evaluations of prototype systems.* Manage interface to Client and sub-contractor to ensure Controls compliance and lead concept during Tender and Project Execution phase.* Develop and maintain documentation of existing Controls infrastructure including software architecture, hardware, applications, protocols, communication links and system validation and testing procedures.* Keep current with all Company products, developments, and projects as they apply to the Controls network at both site and enterprise levels.* Maintain strict management of change control procedures and documentation.* Remain current on industry best practices and updated technology to ensure the company provides world-class Controls services.* Support company strategy and provide relevant reporting and updates to Company leadership as needed.* Develop and recommend performance management and feedback to current Controls technical support KPI’s.* Executing tasks related to Fluence’ safety KPIs* Travel throughout EMEA ## Skill Requirements * Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in computer / industrial engineering with focus on automation and controls (or equivalent).* Minimum of 5 years of relevant Controls/Software/programming experience with a power utility or related industry and with the design, operation and maintenance of a power plant.* Expert in the electricity transmission/distribution sector and EMS systems: Grid code and requirements analysis, development and testing of algorithms for Grid services applications.* Expert in the following SCADA protocols: IEC60870-5-101/103/104, IEC 61850 MMS, DNP3, Modbus & TCP/IP, PLC, Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), SEL Real Time Automation Controller (RTAC), SEL Relays & Meters, Siemens Relays & Meters & SCADA Gateways & Data Concentrators.* Experience with Linux based systems and commands, High-level programming languages such as Python and shell/bash scripting and Github.* Experience with MathWorks Simulink for model-based systems engineering, C/C++.* Expert on the design, operation and maintenance of high voltage electrical equipment including but not limited to inverters, transformers, I/O racks, telecommunications, and controllers.* Solution-orientated mindset