Senior I&C Engineer

About ContourGlobal

ContourGlobal, a KKR company, is an established Independent Power Producer (IPP) focused on developing, acquiring, and operating electricity generation and storage assets across Europe, North and South America, with a presence in Africa and Asia. The company currently manages 5.5 GW of installed capacity across multiple technologies and asset classes, with an additional 800 MW of renewables under construction and nearly 12.6 GW under development.

ContourGlobal is accelerating the decarbonization of its portfolio and evolving into a predominantly renewable IPP, supported by long- term contracts and innovative PPAs coupled with energy management solutions that deliver value beyond market standards. As a symbol of its ongoing transformation and growth, the company recently unveiled a new brand identity, celebrating 20 years of history and embracing The Right Power Forward as its guiding purpose.

We are looking for a

Senior I&C Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled I&C (Instrumentation & Control) Engineer with expertise in SCADA systems to join our Engineering team ! In this role, you will report to the Discipline Leader and will perform control and design of protection systems and associated engineering activities across our portfolio of renewable energy plants (solar, wind, etc.). This role requires technical proficiency throughout the entire project lifecycle, from feasibility studies and design to construction and commissioning phases.

Join us to drive the right power forward and make clean energy the natural choice for all!

Key Responsibilities:

• System Management: Control and maintenance of protection systems and associated engineering activities within renewable energy plants
• Project Lifecycle Involvement: define the Technical Specification of SCADA and control system design activities across all project stages: feasibility studies, preliminary engineering work, construction, and commissioning phases
• Procurement Support: Prepare purchase order specifications to activate external engineering support and assist the Procurement department with technical specifications and network architecture during bidding phases
• Contractor Oversight: Manage and supervise the design and engineering activities performed by external contractors.
• Technical Compliance & Review:
• Control and specify electrical technical requirements and network architecture as needed.
• Support the review of electrical drawings and technical specifications to ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Monitor and review technical documents issued by EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) suppliers/contractors.
• Cost estimation: knowledge of market and estimate budgetary estimation for Capex and Opex definition (relevant to the SCADA and I&C system of renewable plant)
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all designs comply with international standards and adhere to engineering best practices.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 10+ years experience in I&C, SCADA system design, and protection systems, preferably within the renewable energy sector.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong knowledge of electrical technical specifications, network architectures, and control systems.
• Proficiency in reviewing technical drawings, schematics, and engineering documents.
• Familiarity with relevant industry regulations and compliance standards.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage and supervise external contractors effectively.
• Language: Fluency in Italian and English (both written and spoken) is required; knowledge of Spanish is a plus.
• Travel requirements: This role requires frequent national & international travels. Availability to attend site inspections, technical meetings, and engineering reviews is required

What drives your application forward:

• A master’s degree in Sustainable Energy Systems, Electrical Engineering, or similar is highly valued.
• Demonstrated experience integrating storage systems with renewable assets.
• Ability to lead technical discussions with international suppliers, clients, and partners.

Our Values

«We» is our greatest asset

We respect and protect the environment

We are doers, committed to doing things right

We act with integrity and transparency

We think and act like entrepreneurs

You can find here more about our Purpose, Mission and Values.

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As a globally integrated team, we push boundaries, work collaboratively, and remain agile in the pursuit of excellence. With an entrepreneurial mindset, we encourage initiative and innovation. At ContourGlobal you are an employee, and you are also an owner. Our Employee Ownership Program allows our employee-owners to make a difference and drive the right power forward and make clean energy the natural choice for all!

We foster a culture where individuals are empowered to succeed, contribute and shape the future of sustainable energy.

Cross-border collaboration shapes our way of working: our diverse workforce reflects the multicultural environment we embrace every day.

We offer a competitive compensation package: we believe in meritocracy and rewarding meaningful contributions.

We enjoy making the most of our shared spaces to foster teamwork and collaboration. At the same time, our flexible working policy allows us to prioritize results while supporting wellbeing and a healthy work-life balance.

Interested in joining our company?

We know that skills and experience come in different forms, and we value diverse perspectives.

If you’re excited about this role but you think you still need to learn some of the required skills, we’d still love to hear from you. You are much more than your CV, so come as you are and tell us who you aspire to become! The most important skills are collaboration, respect, trustworthiness and execution. So go ahead—apply, and let’s contribute to the new energy transition together!

ContourGlobal provides equal employment opportunities and maintains a diverse workforce that reflects the rich environment of our society and the markets in which we operate.