C&I AUTOMATION ENGINEER (F/M/D) I IGNITIS RENEWABLES

We are seeking a C&I Engineer with solid knowledge and practical experience in electrical substation automation, renewable energy control systems, power plant control systems, SCADA, communication networks, grid compliance, and operational technology (OT) cybersecurity.

The role will support renewable energy projects, including Wind Power Plants, Solar PV Plants, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Hybrid Power Plants, electrical substations, and emerging technologies such as hydrogen and Power-to-X facilities.

The C&I Engineer will contribute to the implementation, testing, commissioning, and operational support of automation, control, communication, and monitoring systems, working closely with contractors, OEMs, TSOs, DSOs, consultants, and internal teams throughout project development, construction, and operations.

If that speaks to you, we’d be happy to welcome you to our team!

Take YOUR part in #EnergySmart!

You will contribute to secure and green energy ecosystem creation by:

• Taking responsibility for substation automation, control, communication, and monitoring system implementation, including grid compliance requirements, renewable asset integration, and coordination with other engineering disciplines and project activities.
• Providing technical assistance during project development, ensuring automation architectures, communication concepts, control strategies, and grid compliance requirements are properly considered throughout project design and execution.
• Providing technical support during project construction, commissioning, and testing phases, coordinating with contractors, OEMs, TSOs, DSOs, and consultants, while reviewing technical documentation and engineering deliverables.
• Supporting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), commissioning activities, communication testing, signal validation, control function verification, and grid compliance testing of automation and control systems.
• Providing technical support during operations and maintenance activities, including troubleshooting automation, communication, and control system issues, supporting Root Cause Analysis investigations, and contributing to asset performance optimization initiatives.
• Maintaining relationships with OEMs, EPC contractors, system integrators, consultants, TSOs, and DSOs to ensure automation and control systems are delivered in accordance with project requirements, applicable standards, cybersecurity requirements, and business objectives.
• Reviewing automation architectures, communication systems, signal lists, control philosophies, and technical documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements, company standards, and grid connection conditions.
• Participating in technical meetings, project reviews, commissioning activities, and discussions with TSOs, DSOs, contractors, and consultants to provide technical updates and support resolution of project challenges.
• Supporting Operations & Maintenance teams on automation, communication, and control system topics, including upgrades, integrations, performance improvements, and implementation of lessons learned.

• To take part in an unfolding energy transformation process to create a 100% green and secure energy ecosystem for both current and future generations.
• International team working on dynamic renewable energy projects across multiple countries and technologies.
• A hybrid work model (3+2) and flexible working hours.
• Extensive learning, development, and qualification enhancement opportunities.
• Attention to physical and emotional wellbeing, including wellness initiatives, psychological support, sports activities, and community programs.
• A package of additional benefits to choose from, including pension accumulation, health insurance, or another benefit from the selectable benefits list in the interactive (MELP) application.

Join a growing and increasingly international team of energy smart people united by a common purpose. We all play our part in creating a 100 % secure and green energy ecosystem for current and future generations.

And the way to achieve this is certainly not to wait for the perfect moment. We believe that the power to act comes from the charge we bring to our work every day. United by purpose. Owning the challenge. Passion for reinvention. Pursuing excellence. These are our mindsets. Together, they yield the energy that drives everything we do. The energy generated by our choices. If you are guided by the same mindsets – we look forward to welcoming you to our team!

As we pursue our strategic goals to increase gender balance in Ignitis Group, we are indicating “f/m/d” next to job titles, meaning we welcome candidates of all genders – female, male or diverse.

Ignitis Group ensures equal opportunities. We welcome all applicants and do not discriminate against race, religion, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, age, disability or other personal traits unrelated to work obligations.