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Job Description Responsibilities: - 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: development of logic and control schemes for remote and local operation of the BESS to meet TSO requirements. - Work with field engineers to find solutions to problems as they arise during commissioning/testing of a system, in all controls-related subjects. - Support the product development engineering of utility scale energy storage solutions, including the development, implementation and testing of controls applications. - Develop standardized test procedures and execute tests (FAT / SAT) to reduce commissioning time, and perform testing, including involvement in hands on lab testing during evaluations of prototype systems. - Drive interface to Client and sub-contractor to support Controls compliance and drive concept during Tender and Project Execution phase. - Develop and maintain documentation of existing Controls infrastructure including hardware, applications, protocols, communication links and system backup and recovery strategies. - Keep current with all Company products, developments, and projects as they apply to the Controls network at both site and enterprise levels. - Maintain strict management of change control procedures and documentation. - Remain current on industry best practices and updated technology to ensure the company is provided world-class Controls services. - Support company strategy and provide relevant reporting and updates to Company leadership as needed. - Develop and recommend performance management and feedback to current Controls technical support KPI's. - Executing tasks related to Fluence safety KPIs - Travel throughout EMEA Link to Fluence Core Values - Leading: Provide leadership by example on assigned projects and within solution engineering team - Agile: Consistently consider and be prepared for project adjustments to enable meeting dynamically changing requirements - Responsible: Fully support on ensuring that projects / tasks are executed according to plan and fulfill highest safety standards - FUN: Support an environment for co-workers, where people are satisfied and motivated to work. Skill Requirements - 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 with a power utility or related industry and the design, operation and maintenance of a power plant. - Extensive knowledge in the electricity transmission/distribution sector and EMS systems: Grid code and requirements analysis, development and testing of algorithms for Grid services applications. - Extensive knowledge in SCADA protocols: IEC60870-5-101/103/104, IEC 61850 MMS, DNP3, Modbus & TCP/IP, PLC, Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), SEL Real Time Automation Controller (RTAC), SEL Relays & Meters, Siemens Relays & Meters & SCADA Gateways & Data Concentrators. - Experience in Linux based systems and commands. High-level programming languages such as Python and shell/bash scripting. Experience with Github. - Experience in MathWorks Simulink for model-based systems engineering, C/C++. - Experience on the design, operation and maintenance of high voltage electrical equipment including but not limited to inverters, transformers, I/O racks, telecommunications, and controllers - Solution-orientated mindset - Good communication skills - Fluency in English - German / other language skills desired Connection to Fluence Competencies - Delivering Excellence - Deliver assigned projects to satisfaction of co-workers - Thriving together - Encourage strong cooperation within and across teams - Fiercely Innovate - Develop innovative solutions to serve needs of internal and external stakeholder Required Certificates - Fluence safety trainings - International travel health certificate (if required for critical countries)