Scada Lead Engineer And Technical Project Lead

Siemens Energy; Almada; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

2 home office days per week

Flexible working hours

Annual bonus

Job summary

Siemens Energy seeks a senior SCADA lead engineer to guide technical design and implementation of SCADA/control systems for energy projects, with emphasis on offshore wind. You will lead engineering tasks, mentor staff, and coordinate with clients, vendors, and internal teams.

You will manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and risk, while driving process improvements and ensuring high-quality deliverables across the Network, SCADA & Cyber team in Caparica, PT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, such as Electrical/Control Systems or Computer Science.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of professional SCADA/I&C engineering and technical project management experience.
• Experience in energy sector, offshore wind or substation automation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design, specification, and implementation of SCADA and control systems for energy projects, especially offshore wind.
• Provide expert guidance and third-level support for troubleshooting complex SCADA issues.
• Define and maintain engineering standards, best practices, and technical documentation for SCADA solutions.

Skills

SCADA Systems

Technical Project Management

Cyber Security (OT/ICS)

Interface Engineering

Industrial Protocols

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Control Systems Engineering / Computer Science

Tools

T3000 control system

Job description

Snapshot of Your Day In this role will be responsible for creating to replace a key resource, ensuring business continuity and supporting critical growth in the Offshore Wind sector for the Network, SCADA & Cyber team. This is a senior professional position responsible for both technical leadership and project execution. To address these objectives, the role is structured around two primary pillars: SCADA Technical Leadership and Technical Project Management.

This involves leading the engineering design and implementation of SCADA systems while simultaneously managing the full lifecycle of associated projects, from scoping and planning through to delivery and closure. Given the focus on technical execution and project oversight, the ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge of SCADA and control systems, coupled with proven project management experience in the energy sector.

This individual will be expected to work independently on complex technical challenges and mentor other professionals, consistent with a senior-level role.

How You'll Make An Impact 40% SCADA Technical Leadership & Engineering

Lead the technical design, specification, and implementation of SCADA and control systems for energy projects, particularly in the offshore wind domain.

Provide expert-level technical guidance and third-level support for troubleshooting complex issues in operational SCADA systems.

Define and maintain engineering standards, best practices, and technical documentation for SCADA solutions.

Conduct technical reviews and quality assurance on engineering deliverables from team members and vendors.

40% Technical Project Management

Serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders, providing regular status reports and managing expectations.

Manage the entire lifecycle of technical SCADA projects, including defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables.

Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, resource plans, and budgets, ensuring adherence to timelines and financial targets.

Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, including technical, schedule, and budget risks.

20% Team Mentorship & Process Improvement

Coach and mentor junior engineers and technical staff, reviewing their work and fostering their professional development.

Drive the continuous improvement of project management and engineering processes within the Network, SCADA & Cyber team.

Contribute to procurement activities, including the technical evaluation of vendor proposals and solutions.

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

Minimum of 5-8 years of professional experience in SCADA/I&C systems engineering and technical project management.

Demonstrated experience in the energy sector, ideally in offshore wind or substation automation projects

Skills Technical Project Management

Project Management Life Cycle

Project Scoping

Project Schedules

Budgeting

SCADA Systems in Energy, ideally involving T3000 control system

Control Systems Design

Cyber Security (OT/ICS)

Interface Engineering and Industrial Protocols

Critical Thinking

Accountability

Customer Relationship Management

Stakeholder Communication

Who is Siemens Energy? At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.Siemens-energy.Com/employeevideo

Our Commitment to Diversity Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Competitive salary based on your professional background

Competitive benefits: annual gross cafeteria allowance of HUF 504,000, yearly bonus, loyalty bonus, social benefits, term life insurance, commuting subsidies, daily allowance for travelling periods in case travelling is needed

Private health insurance

Work in a cohesive, friendly community - families work here too

Modern and international environment

Flexible working hours for work-life balance

2 home office days per week

Regular corporate events supporting your health and wellbeing: free health weeks in spring and autumn, community activities, team buildings, family events, and social initiatives

Continuous trainings to improve your professional knowledge and skills

You can take a diversified career path with job security of a leading global company

Collaborations across functions, business and regions will develop your skills and expand your network of contacts too

Employee referral bonus

Employee discounts on purchases and services

Scada Lead Engineer And Technical Project Lead • Caparica, Portuguese Republic, PT