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

Join Ignitis Renewables as a Senior C&I Automation Engineer!

Ignitis Renewables is seeking an experienced Senior C&I Automation Engineer to support its growing portfolio of renewable energy projects.

Your Key Areas of Responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for automation, control, communication, and monitoring system design, including grid compliance and renewable asset integration.
• Provide technical expertise during project development, optimizing control system architectures, communication concepts, and cybersecurity posture.
• Offer technical assistance during project construction, commissioning, and grid compliance testing phases, supporting contractors and reviewing deliverables.
• Deliver technical support during operations and maintenance, driving asset reliability, performance optimization, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Maintain relationships with OEMs, EPC contractors, and utilities to ensure technical solutions meet standards and business objectives.
• Lead design reviews and engineering approvals, ensuring optimal automation architectures and compliance with grid codes.
• Represent the company in technical leadership roles during negotiations with TSOs, DSOs, and contractors.
• Act as a technical expert and advisor to Operations & Maintenance teams, supporting continuous improvement and lessons learned implementation.

Qualifications:

• University degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8–12 years of engineering experience in automation, control systems, renewable energy projects, or related industries.
• Proven experience with Power Plant Controllers (PPC), Hybrid Power Plant Controllers (HPPC), SCADA systems, PLCs, RTUs, and industrial communication networks.
• Excellent understanding of grid codes, TSO/DSO requirements, ancillary services, and control system architectures.
• Technical expertise in industrial communication protocols (IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-101/104, Modbus, OPC UA).
• Strong knowledge of automation system design, cybersecurity, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Strategic and results-oriented mindset with the ability to analyze complex challenges.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken).

Additional Information:

• Participate in an unfolding energy transformation to create a 100% green and secure energy ecosystem.
• Join an international team working on dynamic renewable energy projects.
• Hybrid work model (3+2) and flexible working hours.
• Extensive learning and qualification enhancement programs.
• Attention to physical and emotional health: wellness mentor initiatives and psychological support.
• Additional paid days for health improvement, short-term illness, volunteering, and accumulated work experience.

Ignitis Group ensures equal opportunities and welcomes all applicants, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other personal traits.