Automation & SCADA Engineer – Flexibility & Ancillary Services

Automation & SCADA Engineer – Flexibility & Ancillary Services

Want to help build the future of smart energy systems in Romania?

International renewable energy group expanding business in energy trading and ancillary services to Romania and further to Europe, we are looking for an Automation & SCADA Engineer to support the integration, operation, and real-time control of flexible energy assets participating in energy & ancillary services markets.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of energy, automation, communications, and grid flexibility in a rapidly evolving sector.

Your responsibilities:

• Configure, maintain, and optimize SCADA and automation systems for aggregated assets
• Ensure secure and reliable communication with dispatch centers, field equipment, and market operators
• Monitor and support real-time operation of flexibility assets providing ancillary services
• Coordinate dispatcher communications and operational procedures
• Integrate new assets and technologies into the aggregation platform
• Troubleshoot operational incidents and support system reliability
• Collaborate with trading, operations, and technical teams to ensure service delivery

What we’re looking for:

• Degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field
• Experience with SCADA systems and / or energy asset operations, minimum 3 years
• Knowledge of communication protocols (IEC 60870-5-104, Modbus, OPC, IEC 61850 is a plus)
• Understanding of power systems, grid operations, or ancillary services markets
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Availability for operational support when needed
• English proficiency and good technical communication skills

Nice to have:

• Experience with energy generation, battery storage, renewables, or flexibility platforms
• Familiarity with TSO and DSO operational requirements and dispatching processes
• Cybersecurity awareness for control systems

Why join us?

• Work in one of the fastest-growing segments of the energy industry
• Be directly involved in the energy transition and grid modernization
• Dynamic and innovation-driven environment
• Real opportunities for professional growth and specialization
• Hybrid and flexible working environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Location: Bucharest, Romania / Hybrid

Please apply on-site or send CV + cover letter mentioning “Automation Engineer” at: [email protected]

Join us and help power the next generation of flexibility and ancillary services in Romania.