Job description
Roles & Responsibilities
- Drive the Project team on realization of the Project specific requirements with existing functionalities: Cybersecurity, Network, Architecture and associated devices.
- Drive the integration of the Fluence BESS control system into the Transmission System Operator (TSO) SCADA systems: Network configuration, communication interfaces, cybersecurity requirements, to meet TSO / Customer requirements.
- Develop and maintain documentation of existing Network infrastructure including hardware, protocols, communication links and cybersecurity strategies.
- Work with field engineers to find solutions to problems as they arise during commissioning/testing of a system, in all network-related subjects.
- 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.
- Support in central network/cybersecurity for energy storage solutions, including guidance, evaluation and analysis of network/cybersecurity challenges.
- Drive interface to Client and sub-contractor to ensure Networks compliance and lead concept during Tender and Project Execution phase.
- Keep current with all Company products, developments, and projects as they apply to the 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 is provided world-class Network and Cybersecurity practices.
- Support company strategy and provide relevant reporting and updates to Company leadership as needed.
- Develop and recommend performance management and feedback to current Control System technical support KPI’s.
- Executing tasks related to Fluence’ safety KPIs
Skill Requirements
- Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in computer engineering, information technology, computer science (or equivalent)
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in OT / Networking with a power utility or related industry and direct experience in the electricity transmission/distribution sector with EMS/SCADA systems
- Extensive knowledge of OSI layer models and experience in deploying network configurations
- Extensive knowledge in remote access VPN, site-to-site VPN, Routers, Firewalls, Switches (Cisco + industrial equipment), SD-WAN, Meraki
- Experience in Linux based systems and commands, High-level programming languages such as Python and shell/bash scripting as well as with Github
- Knowledge about AWS, Openstack, Docker.
- Experience 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
- Good communication skills
- Fluency in English
- German / other language skills beneficial