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OT Control Systems Engineer (SOLAR PV + BESS)

Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added 14 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

BETWEEN Technology

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Overview

Work mode: Hybrid, Madrid
Contract: Full-time
English: Required
Experience: 5+ years
Education: University degree
Benefits: Private health insurance, flexible pay plan

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Automation, or similar.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in OT systems within the photovoltaic sector.

Experience in design, integration, or commissioning of plant control systems.

Experience with SCADA, PPC, PLC, and industrial protocols such as Modbus, IEC 61850, and OPC UA.

Knowledge of EMS systems and integration with control systems.

Knowledge of Grid Codes and connection of renewable plants to the grid.

High English level, minimum C1.

Availability for occasional short-duration travel per year.

Experience in hybrid Solar + BESS projects.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

At BETWEEN, we value the talent and commitment of our employees, therefore we offer a competitive benefits package:

Medical Insurance: Full medical coverage for you and your family.
Training Opportunities: Access to a wide range of professional development programs, including language training, key technical certifications, intensive bootcamps, and much more, so you can continue growing in your career.
Events and Community: Participate in many exclusive employee events, such as our BETWEEN Nights, sports tournaments (padel, football), team building activities, and other experiences that foster camaraderie and a good working environment.
Flexible Remuneration: Enjoy a flexible remuneration plan adapted to your needs, with options for restaurant, transport, childcare, and other tax benefits.
Talent Incentives: Be part of our referral program, where we reward your contribution in the validation or recommendation of new talent for BETWEEN.

The role

We are looking for an/ OT Control Systems Engineer (SOLAR PV) to expand one of our photovoltaic sector teams in Madrid.

Your mission will be to guarantee the correct operation and integration of SCADA, PPC, HPPC, EMS, and communications systems for photovoltaic plants, BESS systems, and hybrid PV + BESS configurations, while also ensuring compliance with cybersecurity requirements and applicable regulations.

If you are a professional passionate about technology, eager to face new challenges in the renewable energy sector, and looking for a dynamic work environment with development opportunities, we invite you to join our team!

What you'll do

You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining control and communications systems (SCADA, PPC...) for solar photovoltaic power plants and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

Participate in bidding processes, defining the technical requirements for SCADA, PPC, and HPPC.

Review communication architectures and control systems during the engineering phase.

Participate in the definition and execution of FAT and SAT testing.

Supervise the integration between SCADA, PPC, HPPC, inverters, batteries, and the rest of the plant equipment.

Coordinate commissioning and startup activities.

Manage the corrective and evolutionary maintenance of OT systems.

How you'll work

Hybrid Modality

Participation mainly in European market projects.

Availability to travel occasionally according to project needs

About BETWEEN Technology

BETWEEN Technology is an IT and engineering consulting firm based in Sant Cugat del Vallès, Spain, specializing in industrial engineering, automation, robotics, and digital transformation. The company provides technical consulting and staffing solutions across sectors such as automotive, pharma, energy, aerospace, and infrastructure, with a strong focus on engineering projects, industrial maintenance, and software development. With around 50 open roles in Spain, it supports clients in both technical and managerial capacities, from CAD design and PLC programming to data engineering and AI.

Industry: IT and Engineering Consulting
Employees: 1,000
Headquarters: Sant Cugat del Vallès, Spain
In Spain: Sant Cugat del Vallès, Barcelona, Madrid and 4 more
Website: between.tech

Good to know if you are moving

The company is headquartered in Sant Cugat del Vallès, near Barcelona, a major tech and industrial hub in Spain.
Open roles span multiple locations across Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Gijón, Sevilla, and Tarragona, offering flexibility for relocation.
Many positions require Spanish language skills, but some roles, especially in engineering and IT, may be open to international candidates with strong technical backgrounds.
The company works on projects in sectors like automotive, pharma, energy, and aerospace, providing opportunities to work on complex industrial systems.
Some roles involve travel or on-site work, which may be relevant for candidates interested in field engineering positions.

In their own words

About the company & team

At BETWEEN we offer you the opportunities you need to achieve your professional goals. If you want to develop your skills in IT and Engineering, this is your next destination! We provide support across a wide range of areas such as Firmware, Software, BI, Design, Project Management and many more. We also develop custom technology solutions from our BETWEEN Labs.

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