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

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

The role is required to support the increasing complexity of renewable energy projects, including Wind Power Plants, Solar PV Plants, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Hybrid Power Plants, electrical substations and future technologies such as hydrogen and Power-to-X facilities.

The Senior C&I Automation Engineer will act as the portfolio-level technical authority for electrical substations and electrical power plants automation and control, providing technical leadership, governance, engineering assurance and operational support throughout the entire asset lifecycle, including development, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, operation, optimization and life-extension activities.

While the position is based in Warsaw, we are looking for the right expertise across the Polish market and are open to discussing a flexible working model depending on the candidate’s location.

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 electrical substations and electrical power plants automation, control, communication, and monitoring system design, including grid compliance requirements, renewable asset integration, and coordination with other engineering disciplines and project activities;
• Providing technical expertise during project development, optimizing control system architectures, communication concepts, grid compliance strategies, operational performance, cybersecurity posture, and lifecycle value across Wind, Solar PV, BESS, and Hybrid Power Plant projects;
• Providing technical assistance during constructions of electrical substations and renewable electrical power plants, commissioning, and grid compliance testing phases, supporting contractors, OEMs, TSOs, DSOs, and certification bodies while reviewing submitted technical documentation and engineering deliverables;
• Delivering technical support during operations and maintenance, driving asset reliability, performance optimization, operational excellence, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and resolution of complex automation, communication, and control system issues;
• Maintaining relationships with OEMs, EPC contractors, system integrators, consultants, TSOs, and DSOs to ensure technical solutions are delivered in accordance with applicable standards, project requirements, cybersecurity obligations, and business objectives;
• Leading design reviews, technical evaluations, and engineering approvals, ensuring optimal electrical automation architectures, communication systems, PPC/HPPC implementations, and full compliance with grid code requirements and operational needs;
• Representing the company in technical leadership roles during meetings and negotiations with TSOs, DSOs, contractors, OEMs, and consultants, supporting resolution of complex technical, compliance, integration, and operational challenges;
• Acting as a technical expert and advisor to Operations & Maintenance teams, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, technology integration, system upgrades, operational performance enhancement, and lessons learned implementation across the renewable energy portfolio.
• University degree in Electrical Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline;
• Minimum 8–12 years of engineering experience in electrical automation, relay protection, control systems, substation communication systems, renewable energy projects, power systems, or related industries;
• Proven experience with Power Plant Controllers (PPC), Hybrid Power Plant Controllers (HPPC), SCADA systems, PLCs, RTUs, substation communication networks, and renewable energy asset integration;
• Excellent understanding of grid codes, TSO and DSO requirements, ancillary services, control system architectures, communication protocols, and automation system testing and commissioning requirements;
• Technical expertise in substation communication protocols and automation technologies, including IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-101/104, Modbus, OPC UA, and related industrial communication standards;
• Strong knowledge of electrical automation system design, cybersecurity requirements, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and operational support activities in compliance with regulatory and international standards;
• Strategic and results-oriented mindset, with the ability to analyze complex technical and operational challenges and communicate decision-critical insights clearly and effectively;
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build …