Automation & SCADA Engineer M/F

Automation & SCADA Engineer M/F

Born from the expertise of teams who have led EPC and O&M services at Voltalia since 2005, Renvolt delivers high-performance service solutions to accelerate the global energy transition. We specialize in solar and storage, operating as a trusted global provider with a strong international track record.

With local teams in 14 countries, more than 400 employees worldwide, and 24/7 support, we partner with clients across all regions to ensure success. Renvolt is supported by a strong investment group that provides long-term stability and reinforces our commitment to sustainable growth.

Our portfolio includes 5.6 GW built and under construction, and 1.9 GW already in operation, demonstrating our capability and reliability in delivering large-scale renewable projects.

We prioritize long-term partnerships grounded in transparency, quality, reliability, ethics, and integrity. Join us and be part of a company driving sustainable energy forward.

At Renvolt, we welcome individuals from all backgrounds, whatever your race, ethnicity, gender, nationality, age, disability, sexual orientation, and experience. In our company, diversity drives innovation and contributes to a workplace where everyone can thrive. Ready to make an impact? Bring your energy—let’s power a sustainable future together!

Renvolt is a subsidiary of Voltalia Group.

Find out more about Renvolt at renvolt.energy   

YOUR MISSIONS

We are looking for an Automation & SCADA Engineer, under the O&M Performance team, that will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing SCADA, automation, and monitoring systems, ensuring high plant availability and performance across our utility-scale solar assets.

The main responsibilities include:

• Maintain and troubleshoot automation, control, and SCADA systems for utility-scale solar plants.
• Support preventive and corrective maintenance, reliability studies, and failure analysis.
• Optimize existing automation and monitoring systems, ensuring integration of new and legacy equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, plant controllers, PPC, EMS, communication networks, and field devices (inverters, meters, trackers, sensors, relays).
• Monitor plant performance, alarms, and events; support rapid fault diagnosis and production recovery.
• Perform specialized on-site technical assessments and provide remote troubleshooting.
• Contribute to maintenance process improvements and best‑practice implementation.
• Participate in SAT, commissioning, start‑up, performance testing, and project handover activities.
• Act as a technical interface between EPC contractors and O&M teams; review SCADA designs from an O&M perspective.
• Ensure compliance with grid codes, contractual requirements, and cybersecurity standards.
• Support improvements to SCADA, monitoring, and reporting systems.
• Deliver technical training and workshops.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES

The ideal candidate will be/have:

• Degree/Master in Electrical, Electronics or Automation Engineering;
• Strong experience with SCADA, remote-control, and data‑acquisition systems;
• Solid troubleshooting skills for electronics, automation, and communication systems;
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and automation schematics;
• Experience with PLCs, PPC, EMS, and grid‑compliance systems;
• Knowledge of solar PV O&M, power plant commissioning, or other renewable technologies (wind, biomass, hydro);
• Familiarity with major inverter brands (SMA, Sungrow, Huawei, FIMER, Power Electronics);
• AutoCAD proficiency for electrical/automation drawing;
• Basic scripting/data analysis with Python, Rust, Node.js, SQL-based databases (MSQL, PostgreSQL, TimescaleDB, InfluxDB), or similar;
• Advanced MS Office skills;
• Strong written and spoken English (mandatory);
• Ability to travel internationally on short notice.

KEY SKILLS

• Initiative, proactivity, and autonomy, with a strong sense of responsibility;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a critical mindset;
• Ability to create, defend, and implement effective solutions;
• Detail-oriented, organized, and methodical;
• Practical, pragmatic, and results-driven approach;
• Effective communication skills;
• Willingness to learn new technologies, tools, and processes quickly;
• Commitment to safety, quality standards, and regulatory compliance.

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