Substation Automation Systems Engineer

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

The SISTEMAS DIGITAIS department aligned with E-REDES is hiring a Professional in Substation Automation Systems, in Lisbon.

What you will do:

• Ensure compliance with the Annual Works Plan by monitoring performance indicators, deadlines, and costs;
• Preparing substantiated budget estimates based on preliminary projects, descriptive reports, and quantitative surveys, in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams;
• Identifying and technically characterizing equipment needs, promoting their acquisition, controlling their supply and participating in their commissioning;
• Develop and review technical documentation, including electrical diagrams, specifications, and reports;
• Monitoring the execution and carrying out tests both in the factory and on site;
• Supervise the execution activities of the works and the commissioning process, ensuring the implementation of the resources and procedures essential for meeting quality and safety requirements at all stages of the project.

Employment type: Full-Time

Work site: Hybrid Model

City: Lisbon

What are we looking for:

• Degree or master's degree in Electrotechnical Engineering - Automation branch (preferred);
• Professional experience between 3 to 5 years in Electrotechnical Engineering;
• Solid technical knowledge in electrical systems, electronics, industrial automation, instrumentation, and process control;
• Experience with automation tools and software (PLCs, SCADA, CAD, SAP, etc.);
• Experience in project management (to be valued);
• Experience in substations (to be valued);
• Ability to work in a team.

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?

As a top employer we:

Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;

Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;

Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute

Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index

Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília

Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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