, Netherlands

Job Family Group:

Discipline Engineering

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

Business unit:

Downstream and Renewables

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

What’s the role?

Shell’s Onshore Renewables business is growing rapidly globally, driven by the Powering Progress Strategy.

To support this growth in Europe, Shell is recruiting a SCADA Engineer.

The SCADA Engineer will report to the Head of Delivery Engineering, Europe and is responsible for crafting technical scopes, developing contract exhibits, reviewing network designs and control philosophies. You will lead contractor kick-offs, answer requests for information, oversee field construction, perform field quality assurance audits, review testing documents, support commissioning of SCADA/PPC equipment, review completion of punch list items, and support handover of assets to the asset management team for operations of renewable power projects. You will work closely with the EPC Manager and Contracts & Procurement team mates to take projects from Development through to handover to Operations. Successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the Industrial Automation and Control System (IACS) complies with Shell process control cyber security policies.

Joining Shell at this moment of growth also comes with the expectation the candidate will help build the tools and ways of working to enable Shell to scale rapidly. The initial focus of the role will be Onshore Renewable power projects in Italy, Spain, UK, Germany, Netherlands, and Oman. Shell offers unparalleled further career opportunity both internationally and within a broad swathe of New Energy businesses. Shell prides itself with having one of the most culturally diverse workforces.

More specific responsibilities include:

• Champion and embed Goal Zero Safety mindset in delivery teams and contractors

• Lead preparation of SCADA and control system design packages for inclusion in EPC contracts; compliant with permit, grid operator requirements, applicable internal and external codes, and standards

• Support Delivery Engineers and EPC manager in preparation of EPC tender package, review of EPC proposals and contract negotiation

• Manage SCADA engineering process and provide support to Delivery Engineering and EPC manager during engineering & detail design review, interconnection delivery, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project handover phases, including liaising with EPC contractor, global technology and engineering team, asset management team and external consultants

• Lead technical meetings with SCADA vendors and EPC contractors

• Support troubleshooting and resolution of applicable project engineering, construction, and performance issues as well as evaluation of new technologies

• Undertake site visits to pre- and under construction projects

• Lead analyses and sharing of key lessons learned

What we need from you

The successful candidate is a self-starter, team player, with strong SCADA and instrumentation controls experience possessing proven experience within the renewable power industry including a background of project delivery of grid connected utility scale solar photovoltaic projects. Wind or battery storage experience is a plus.

Relevant experience:

• Experience and strong knowledge of computer, hardware, and network technologies

• Experience with the Solar Scada systems, Power plant controllers

• Knowledge of ISA/IEC 62443 cyber security framework

• Experience with design and commissioning of Solar/Wind SCADA, PPC and DCS systems

• Experience in dealing with design and setting up PPC for Hybrid projects

• Experience in troubleshooting and working with 3rd party support services

• Network, computer, DCS and SCADA system infrastructure technology

• Experience with design and implementation of data management plans (storage, backup procedures, and remote access)

• Experience with Shell record management requirements

• Knowledge of industrial control protocols like Modbus, DNP3, IEC 60874-5, Profibus, IEC 61850, etc.

• Experience with PLC based substation automation systems including installation, configuration, and programming

• Experience in conducting onsite and document quality audits during various phases of the project

• Experience in verifying mechanical completion, cold and hot commissioning phase of solar/Wind projects. Wind and battery storage experience is a plus

Education

• University degree; Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent

• Certifications in Cyber security is a plus

Required Skills/Competencies

• Commercial acumen, to help increase project returns and reduce engineering-related costs

• Willingness to travel at least 50% of the time and being able work efficiently and productively in remote locations

• Flexible and open to discuss alternatives and evaluate projects under local country conditions

• Culturally sensitive and ability to build strong relationships with Shell, partners and stakeholders

• Strong communication skills, being able to present their idea within technical and non-technical audience

• Ability to work as a team and adhere to the Shell internal process of working to deliver projects

• Fluent in English. Ability to speak multiple languages is a plus, especially Spanish, Italian, German and/or French

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that not everyone often applies when they don’t feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply. We look forward to receiving your application.

Company Description

Shell started operations in the United Kingdom more than 110 years ago. Since then, we have grown into a leading innovative Oil & Energy company that rewards its employees by investing heavily in their careers and learning. Our people are our greatest asset, and our commitment to your career will see you thrive in a work environment that offers an industry-leading development programme. When your ideas travel, Shell will benefit, and innovation will thrive. Shell has a key role to play in helping meet the UK’s growing energy demand, whilst using innovative technologies to develop cleaner energy. We are the largest FTSE 100 company in the UK by market capitalisation and make a significant contribution to the UK economy. As well as processing 35% of the gas coming into the UK, we serve more than four million customers at our filling stations each week. Shell employs some 6,400 skilled staff as well as many contractors.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell.

Join us and you’ll be adding your talent and imagination to a business with the ambition to shape the future – whether by investing in oil, gas and renewable energy to meet demand, exploring new ways to store energy, or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently, everyone at Shell does their part.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we are nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.

• We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.

• We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.

• We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

• We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

• Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

• We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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