SCADA & OT Network Engineer for Energy Storage

Fluence; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluence is seeking a SCADA Network Engineer to support Battery Energy Storage Systems across the EMEA region. You will combine SCADA, networking, cybersecurity and system integration to deliver high-performing, secure solutions for customers.

The role involves collaboration with Field Service Engineers, testing upgrades, documenting architectures, and acting as a technical interface with customers and partners. English fluency is required, with travel across EMEA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Automation Engineering, IT or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in SCADA, OT, industrial networking, or utilities.
• Hands-on experience with IEC 60870-5-101/104, IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, TCP/IP, OPC, and related technologies.
• Strong understanding of SCADA systems, RTUs, PLCs, relays, gateways, data concentrators, and industrial communication infrastructure.
• Knowledge of network architecture, OSI layers, routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs and industrial Ethernet environments.
• Familiarity with Linux-based systems, Python or Bash scripting, and GitHub version control.
• Understanding of industrial control equipment, including inverters, transformers, controllers, telecoms equipment, and I/O systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills; ability to diagnose complex system and network issues.
• Strong communication skills to explain technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to prioritize work in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.
• CMMS experience is an advantage; fluency in English; other European languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the realization of project-specific SCADA, monitoring, networking, cybersecurity, system architecture and equipment integration for Battery Energy Storage Systems.
• Support integration of Fluence control systems with TSO and customer SCADA environments, ensuring seamless communication and compliance.
• Develop and maintain core system documentation including network architectures, signal lists and diagrams.
• Collaborate with Field Service Engineers to troubleshoot technical challenges across SCADA and networks.
• Support testing activities for upgrades, modifications, and change orders with validation procedures.
• Participate in lab testing and evaluation of new technologies and system enhancements.
• Act as a technical interface for customers, partners, and subcontractors on SCADA and networking requirements.
• Monitor system performance, diagnose network issues, and use diagnostics to resolve faults.
• Conduct root-cause analyses to improve reliability and performance.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes, tools, and documentation.
• Ensure change management practices and comprehensive technical records.
• Stay informed on energy storage tech, standards and cybersecurity best practices.
• Provide technical reporting and performance insights to leadership.
• Track operational metrics and support safety culture.
• Travel across the EMEA region as required.

Skills

SCADA

OT

Industrial networking

IEC 60870-5-101/104

IEC 61850

DNP3

Modbus

TCP/IP

OPC

Linux

Python

GitHub

CMMS

English fluency

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field

Tools

GitHub

Linux-based systems

Python scripting

Bash scripting

Job description

Fluence is seeking a SCADA Network Engineer to support Battery Energy Storage Systems across the EMEA region. You will combine SCADA, networking, cybersecurity and system integration to deliver high-performing, secure solutions for customers.

The role involves collaboration with Field Service Engineers, testing upgrades, documenting architectures, and acting as a technical interface with customers and partners. English fluency is required, with travel across EMEA.