Controls Engineer
Description For Controls Engineer
Fluence, a Nasdaq-listed global market leader in intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage, is seeking a Controls Engineer for their Bangalore, India office. This hybrid role requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in Controls/Software/programming within the power utility or related industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation and controls, with extensive knowledge of electricity transmission/distribution, EMS systems, and SCADA protocols. Key responsibilities include driving project teams, integrating control systems, supporting product development, and maintaining documentation. The role demands expertise in Linux, Python, and high-voltage electrical equipment. Fluence offers a dynamic work environment focused on transforming the power industry, with a culture that values leadership, responsibility, agility, and fun. This position provides an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge energy storage solutions and play a crucial role in shaping a more sustainable future.
Responsibilities For Controls Engineer
- Drive the Project team on realization of the Project specific requirements with existing functionalities: Controls, Application modes, Grid integration as well as all related and relevant systems and processes.
- Drive the integration of the Fluence BESS control system into the Transmission System Operator (TSO) EMS systems
- Work with field engineers to find solutions to problems during commissioning/testing
- Support product development engineering of utility scale energy storage solutions
- Develop standardized test procedures and execute tests (FAT / SAT)
- Drive interface to Client and sub-contractor to support Controls compliance
- Develop and maintain documentation of existing Controls infrastructure
- Maintain strict management of change control procedures and documentation
- Support company strategy and provide relevant reporting and updates
- Develop and recommend performance management and feedback to current Controls technical support KPI's
- Execute tasks related to Fluence' safety KPIs
Requirements For Controls Engineer
- Bachelor's / Master's degree in computer / industrial engineering with focus on automation and controls (or equivalent)
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant Controls/Software/programming experience
- Extensive knowledge in the electricity transmission/distribution sector and EMS systems
- Extensive knowledge in SCADA protocols
- Experience in Linux based systems and commands
- High-level programming languages such as Python and shell/bash scripting
- Experience with Github
- Experience on the design, operation and maintenance of high voltage electrical equipment
- Solution-orientated mindset
- Good communication skills
- Fluency in English
- German / other language skills desired
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