Senior SCADA-ingeniør

Job Description

FuelCell Energy is seeking a highly skilled Staff SCADA Engineer to lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems for advanced fuel cell power generation projects. This role will operate with a high degree of autonomy, provide technical leadership across complex SCADA initiatives, guide system architecture and integration decisions, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable data acquisition and control for optimal plant performance.

Essential Functions/Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of advanced SCADA systems for fuel cell power generation projects, exercising independent judgment to align solutions with organizational goals, project requirements, and industry best practices.
• Oversee integration of SCADA platforms with complex plant operations, serving as a technical authority for cross-functional teams to optimize data flow, system performance, and operational efficiency.
• Independently troubleshoot and resolve complex SCADA system issues, identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions to protect plant performance and system reliability.
• Lead network infrastructure optimization and cybersecurity protocol implementation across SCADA operations, making recommendations that strengthen system resilience, compliance, and protection of organizational assets.
• Provide expert support for remote monitoring initiatives, responding to real-time operational alerts with decisive action to mitigate risks and ensure uninterrupted plant operations.
• Lead system upgrades, maintain comprehensive technical documentation, mentor less experienced engineers, and deliver advanced training to plant operators to elevate SCADA functionality and promote technical excellence.
• Champion compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements throughout all SCADA processes, ensuring organizational integrity and operational safety.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Minimum 10 years of hands-on SCADA engineering experience, preferably in energy, power generation, or industrial automation environments
• Proficiency in SCADA software platforms, PLC programming, and industrial communication protocols
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Working Environment / Working Conditions

• Work in office, laboratory, fabrication, and field environments.
• Periodic outdoor work in operating power plant environments during commissioning and troubleshooting activities.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and use hand tools and test equipment.
• Willingness and ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Travel up to 25% domestic or international.
• Must have or be able to obtain a passport.

All Employees Shall

• Comply with the EH&S Policy and applicable regulatory and company EH&S rules and requirements.
• Report to supervision conditions or practices that are either unsafe or that may adversely impact the environment, to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards.
• Attend scheduled EH&S training program.
• Actively support the organization's efforts to meet or exceed EH&S goals and plans.
• Recommend improved EH&S practices.
• Must maintain regular and consistent attendance.

This Job Description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company's discretion. Nothing in this position description changes or is intended to change the employment at-will relationship with the Company or the terms of any collective bargaining agreement. Employment at-will means that an employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason or no reason at all, with or without notice.

FuelCell Energy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.

We offer a competitive compensation package as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/disability insurance, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and generous paid leave.

The successful candidate is required to complete a drug screen, criminal background check, and employment and education verification.

FuelCell Energy, Inc. is committed to ensuring that its application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all U.S. job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please send an email with your resume to [email protected] or contact us by calling 860-496-2222. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

NOTE: This dedicated phone line and email address are designed exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be acknowledged. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

No agency submissions please. Resumes submitted to any FuelCell Energy employee without a current, signed and valid contract in place with the FuelCell Energy Recruiting team for this position will become the property of FuelCell Energy and no agency fees will be paid.

For more information about FuelCell Energy and our available openings, please visit our website: https://www.fuelcellenergy.com/careers

We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with FuelCell Energy. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.