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SCADA Energy Manager

On-site in Madrid·Added 1 month ago

Solaria

9 open roles

Overview

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Solaria doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Madrid

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 10+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

  • University degree

    “Formación STEM: Ingeniería informática, electrónica, industrial, sistemas industriales o similar; valorable posgrado en ingeniería de software, sistemas de control o automatización.” — per the ad.

Skills

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The role

Solaria Energía y Medio Ambiente, a leading company in the development and generation of renewable energy in Southern Europe, is strongly committed to actively contributing to decarbonization through a global energy model based on clean energies.

At this time, we are looking fora SCADA Software Development Managerwhose main mission will be to develop and evolve the corporate internal SCADA system, guaranteeing its robustness, scalability, and full integration with Solaria's operating, control, and market systems.100% On-site vacancy.

What you'll do

  • Design, development, and implementation of complex and customized SCADA systems, ensuring availability, performance, and scalability.

  • Evolution of manual processes into digital, integrated, and auditable processes.

  • Development of automations for reporting, operational control, forecasts, deviations, and communication with the delegated dispatch.

  • Connection between SCADA, EMS, market platforms, internal tools, and delegated dispatch systems.

  • Design, implementation, and maintenance of software and control systems.

  • Design, creation, and maintenance of relational and non-relational architectures.

  • Leading the team, managing internal SCADA evolution projects, and ensuring proper planning, monitoring, and delivery of each phase.

  • Comprehensive management of external suppliers, including scope definition, quality control, deliverable supervision, and alignment with Solaria's technical and operational standards.

  • Development in C++, C#, Python, Java, and .NET applying software engineering best practices.

  • Design and development of control systems, sensors, actuators, and industrial communications.

  • Implementation and management of protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, IEC 60870‑5, among others.

  • Coordination of the development team, testing, documentation, and relationship with external suppliers.

  • Diagnosis of incidents, identification of inefficiencies, and proposal of scalable digital solutions.

  • Validation, cleaning, and structuring of data from plants, markets, and internal systems.

  • Automation of communications, forecasts, notifications, incidents, and regulatory reporting.

Requirements

  • STEM education: Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Systems Engineering, or similar; a master's degree in software engineering, control systems, or automation is valued.

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in SCADA software development.

  • Experience in OT environments, IoT, and control systems.

  • Solid knowledge of relational and non-relational architectures.

  • Extensive knowledge of networks, web technologies, and Windows and Linux operating systems.

  • Proficiency in C++, C#, Python, Java, and .NET.

  • Experience in control systems, sensors, actuators, and industrial communications.

  • Knowledge of Modbus, DNP3, IEC 60870‑5, etc.

  • Ability to lead internal and external development teams.

  • Ability to make decisions under pressure and resolve complex incidents.

About Solaria

Solaria is a Spanish renewable energy company focused on the development, construction, and operation of photovoltaic solar power plants. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Madrid, it has grown into one of the leading solar energy producers in Spain and Europe, with a significant pipeline of projects in Spain, Italy, and other European countries. The company is also expanding into new areas such as data centers, leveraging its energy infrastructure expertise.

Solaria's operations are centered in Madrid, where most of its corporate and technical roles are based. The company is actively hiring for positions in legal, project management, SCADA systems, and digital transformation, reflecting its growth in both solar energy and data center development. For international professionals, Solaria offers opportunities to work in a fast-growing sector within a Spanish company, though Spanish language proficiency is often required for many roles.

Industry
Solar Energy
Founded
2007
Employees
500–1,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

  • Solaria is headquartered in Madrid, and most of its open roles are based there, offering a central location for professionals relocating to Spain.
  • The company is a major player in the Spanish solar energy sector, providing opportunities to work on large-scale renewable energy projects.
  • Spanish language proficiency is typically required for most roles, as the company's operations are primarily in Spain.
  • Solaria is expanding into data center development, offering roles in project management and urban planning for international professionals with relevant experience.
  • The company offers a range of roles from legal and finance to technical engineering, suitable for various professional backgrounds.

In their own words

About the company & team

Since our beginnings in 2002, thanks to sustainable business strategy and management, we have evolved from being an industrial company specialized in the manufacturing of photovoltaic panels to becoming a company specialized in energy generation with a solid track record on the Spanish stock market, where we have been listed since 2007 and where we reached a milestone in 2020 with our inclusion in the selective IBEX 35 index.

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Location

Solaria · Madrid

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