Grid Code Engineer (m/f/d)

Nordex Group; Porto; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote-friendly system

Flexible working time

Home-office equipment

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Nordex Group is seeking a Grid Code Engineer in Porto to develop and implement software for SCADA and control systems, ensuring grid compliance for renewable energy projects. You will analyze grid codes, coordinate certification, and support international teams with technical specifications.

You will apply PSCAD, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, and MATLAB/Simulink to validate designs, perform testing, and drive continuous improvement while collaborating across engineering and operations to enable safe,

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Automation, or a comparable qualification.
• Experience in grid compliance, grid integration, or power systems analysis, preferably within renewable energy.
• Practical experience with SCADA systems, PLC/control technology, and industrial automation.
• Experience with simulation tools such as PSCAD, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, or MATLAB/Simulink.
• Solid knowledge of international grid codes, certification processes, and medium-voltage technology.
• Basic understanding of IT networks and communication protocols such as Profinet or Modbus TCP.
• Proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement software solutions in SCADA and control systems and provide after-sales support for operational issues.
• Execute software updates, integrate new functionalities, and ensure compatibility with existing operational technology systems.
• Analyse national and international grid codes and translate requirements into technical specifications for design, control, and testing.
• Coordinate certification processes and ensure compliance with standards such as ENTSO-E, FGW, IEC, or BDEW.
• Perform system testing, validation, and performance evaluation using simulations, test data, and field measurements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support projects in achieving grid-compliant system integration.
• Contribute to root cause analysis of technical issues and drive continuous improvement for SCADA and control systems.

Skills

SCADA systems

PLC/control technology

Industrial automation

English proficiency

Education

Electrical Engineering/Power Systems degree or equivalent

Tools

PSCAD

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

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Grow Without Borders: Develop your skills in a multicultural environment with continuous learning, mobility opportunities, and support for your career journey.

Work Where You Thrive: Enjoy flexible work arrangements, inclusive culture, and a workplace designed for well-being — because we believe people perform best when they feel their best.

YOUR TASKS

• Develop and implement software solutions in SCADA and control systems and provide after-sales support for operational issues;
• Execute software updates, integrate new functionalities, and ensure compatibility with existing operational technology systems;
• Analyse national and international grid codes and translate requirements into technical specifications for design, control, and testing;
• Coordinate certification processes and ensure compliance with standards such as ENTSO-E, FGW, IEC, or BDEW;
• Perform system testing, validation, and performance evaluation using simulations, test data, and field measurements;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support projects in achieving grid-compliant system integration;
• Contribute to root cause analysis of technical issues and drive continuous improvement for SCADA and control systems;

YOUR TEAM IS IMPORTANT BECAUSE

As a Grid Code Engineer, you play a key role in ensuring grid conformity and advancing SCADA and control systems for renewable energy systems. You work closely with international teams and external stakeholders to translate regulatory requirements into technical solutions. Your contribution ensures reliable grid integration and safe operation of modern energy systems.

YOUR PROFILE

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Automation, or a comparable qualification;
• Experience in grid compliance, grid integration, or power systems analysis, preferably within renewable energy;
• Practical experience with SCADA systems, PLC/control technology, and industrial automation;
• Experience with simulation tools such as PSCAD, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, or MATLAB/Simulink;
• Solid knowledge of international grid codes, certification processes, and medium-voltage technology;
• Basic understanding of IT networks and communication protocols such as Profinet or Modbus TCP;
• Proficiency in English - we're not expecting Shakespeare, but you should feel comfortable speaking in interviews and daily meetings with international colleague;

WHAT WE OFFER

• Central location, near public transportation (5 min to metro Via Rápida-Viso by walk);
• Our office is equiped with ergonomic work stations (yes, we have standing desk's);
• We have a remote friendly system. The current system is 50/50. And ... we have Flexible Working Time too.
• We offer you all the equipment to work from home (monitor's, dockingstation, headphones, mouse and keyboard).
• Health Insurance;
• Nordex Cuida +: Enjoy six free appointments per year in psychology, nutrition, social support, finance, and legal advice.
• Mardi gras, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve are holidays to us;
• Training & Learning Program (internal and external trainnings sessions);
• Performance evaluation Program every year!
• Team building events.

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS

• CV Screening - We start by reviewing your CV - just a heads-up: we only evaluate applications/CV's in English.
• Prescreening Call -If your profile matches, you might get a call from a Portuguese number (yes, that's us). If you miss the call, no worries - we'll follow up with an email too!
• Technical Interview
• Cultural Interview
• Offer

Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions are made without regard to religion, age, sex, color, national origin, handicap, or other protected class and are in full compliance with all federal and state laws.

ABOUT THE NORDEX GROUP

The manufacture of wind energy plants in the on-shore segment has been our core competence and passion for around 40years. With more than 57GW installed capacity worldwide, our turbines supply sustainable energy to more than 80% of the global energy market and we are one of the largest companies in the wind industry. National subsidiaries in more than 40 markets and production facilities in Germany, Spain, Brazil, the USA, Mexico and India offer our more than 10,400 employees the opportunity for international and intercultural cooperation.

We are growing and together driving forward the expansion of alternative energies worldwide - if you wish, from now on with you. Join the TeamNordex

We look forward to receiving your application!To make it more convenient for you, we are happy to receive your application without a cover letter.