Automation / Telecom Engineer

Are you passionate about renewable energy and cutting-edge telecom and automation systems? Equinor is looking for an experienced Automation / Telecom Engineer to support the transition from project commissioning into safe and reliable offshore wind farm operations on B2B contract.

In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining critical telecommunications, network, and data exchange infrastructure while supporting operational readiness and long-term asset performance of a large-scale Offshore Wind Farm.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the handover process from commissioning to operations.
• Perform site inspections, mechanical completion walkdowns, and technical acceptance activities.
• Take responsibility for the operation and maintenance of telecommunication systems, networks, and radio communication systems across the wind farm and related service contracts.
• Support cybersecurity-related activities for offshore wind farm operations and key external stakeholders, including TSOs, offtakers, balancing parties, and service providers.
• Maintain and support data exchange interfaces, with a focus on condition monitoring and operational data flows.
• Participate in CCR SCADA and Wind Farm SCADA integration and testing activities.
• Ensure reliable communication between operational systems and external interfaces.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automation Engineering, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in construction, commissioning, or operations within the renewable energy or power generation sectors.
• Strong knowledge of network and telecommunication systems.
• Experience with utility and transmission system interfaces such as WAN-BB, E1, ISDN, MPLS, SOWE, and LFC .
• Understanding of SCADA systems and integration testing in industrial or energy environments.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles related to operational technology (OT) environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary international teams.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Nice to Have

• Experience from offshore wind projects or large-scale energy infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of condition monitoring systems and industrial communication protocols.
• Experience working with transmission system operators and grid integration processes.