SCADA Network Specialist

Location: Houston, TX and Portland, OR

Department Description:

Be part of the growing and exciting renewable energy industry by joining the Vestas North America Regional SCADA Solutions Team which is tasked with the deployment and support of Wind Power Plant SCADA and control systems.

Position Responsibilities:

• Configure, test, and deploy Network solutions, including power plant network design and buildout, for large-scale wind farms:

-    Remotely build networking integration between proprietary wind turbines, SCADA systems with power plant controllers (PPCs), grid interfaces, and external control systems.

-    Application of complex, multi-nested configurations. Including: Cisco routers, switches, VLAN, building VPN tunnels, OSPF, BGP protocols and troubleshooting,

-    Implement communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA) for real-time data exchange.

-    Configure routing protocols, switching protocols, Policy Maps, Class Maps, Zone Pair and Access Control Lists.

-    Network topology diagrams & IP Addressing.

• Troubleshoot all aspects of Vestas' SCADA Network, including any networking communication issues affecting wind farm performance, in support of new and existing contracts and customers.
• Provide network expertise in migration and updates to network infrastructures including routers, servers, and switches.
• Review and build fiber network designs and troubleshoot within the turbine network according to the contract.
• Support and mentor Network professionals within Vestas.

Additional Duties:

• Provide technical support to customers, field service teams, and internal personnel on SCADA systems.
• Liaison between SCADA Engineers, Customer, Cybersecurity, on-site personnel, Project Managers, Developers, and various internal & external stakeholders. Be able to explain complex information simply.
• Create & maintain network standards & documentation
• Proactively communicate and track project health, wins and lessons learned
• Evaluate network designs to determine whether customer requirements are met efficiently and effectively.
• Use network computer-aided design (CAD) software packages to optimize network designs.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of comprehensive experience in any of the following areas:

-    Cisco network hardware devices, i.e. Firewalls, Routers, switches and load balancers.

-    Configuring routing protocols, i.e. OSPF, BGP and switching protocols (VLANs/STP/RSTP/MST)

-    Implementing and troubleshooting LAN/WAN/Spanning Technologies for redundant communication loops

-    Experience in configuring Policy Maps, Class Maps, Zone Pair and Access Control Lists.

-    Upgrading Cisco IOS firmware/Software

-    Network topology diagrams & IP Addressing; DMVPN, TNT, B2B, VPN, WAN

• Single & multi-mode fiber optics
• Professional English Skills both verbal and written
• Experience leading technical projects, project accountability, and/or teams
• Ability to periodically travel internationally

Preferred:

• CISCO CCNP preferred
• Familiarity with Hirschmann routers & switches preferred
• Practical experience with SCADA technologies, implementation, and installation (and/or)
• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related field

Additional considered & valuable experience:

• Project Management, Technical Lead or Specialist
• Technical contract writing or support
• Knowledge and experience with design and implementation of SCADA and Electrical control systems for industrial automation systems
• Other SCADA or state-logic software and/or hardware configuration, simulation or support
• Experience with industrial communication protocols for data and information exchange like TCP/IP, DNP3, Modbus, and other relevant communication standards. (and/or)
• Knowledge about Cybersecurity, Information Security and Risk Management
• Working experience with CMMS (i.e., JIRA, SAP, or similar tools)
• Motivation and enthusiasm to accomplish tasks with low direct supervision
• Accountability and proclivity for efficiency and quality control
• Ability to influence customers and coworkers to achieve a common goal on both a technical and non-technical level

Competencies:

• Effective motivating and supporting project execution through indirect influence
• Converts strategy into action-oriented objectives and communicates the direction with passion
• Effective change and conflict management. Proven decision-making ability with balanced risk taking. Applies expertise to get results leveraging group interaction and areas of specialty
• Safety - Ensures project are executed and implemented following safety practices and protocol and aligned with organizational standards. Ensures compliance and optimal safety results with a team who demonstrate safe behaviors by everyone, every time, everywhere.
• Accountability - Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions and demonstrates commitment to accomplish work in an ethical, efficient and cost-effective manner.
• Communication - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.
• Inclusiveness - Achieves a culture of Execution Standards (safety focus, structure, work discipline) and continuous improvement within the organization to advance capability and performance in all operational areas. Makes recommendations and models improving area work processes

What we offer:

We offer an exciting position with great development opportunities in an inspiring environment at the world's number one wind turbine producer. We value accountability, collaboration, passion, and simplicity. You will become part of an international environment with a commitment to sustainability and safety and you will work among colleagues that take care of each other.

• Attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry
• Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision
• Generous Paid Time Off policies
• Great 401(k) plan (with employer match)
• Tuition assistance
• Global bonus program

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DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.

Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.

With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.

Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.

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