Open position at Netcontrol’s Riga office: System control engineer

Control networks, shape the future. Join the Netcontrol team!

Netcontrol is an international company founded in 1991, specializing in the secure connectivity and control of primary and secondary substations in power supply networks and smart grids. The company offers robust, secure, and easily connectable solutions, systems, and services that allow for the control of the power grid. These secure, connected solutions help hundreds of power service providers and energy operators implement and operate smart grids every day, reducing both costs and carbon consumption, and ensuring critical resilience in a world where supply security and quality are becoming increasingly important.

Currently, due to team expansion, we are inviting applications for the position of System control engineer.

We offer:

• Work in an interesting and rapidly growing industry.
• A professional and supportive team that will help you master the specifics of the industry.
• Opportunities for qualification improvement, including abroad.
• Salary from 2500 to 3000 EUR gross, as well as bonuses for work results and on-call duties.
• Health insurance.
• All necessary equipment for full-fledged work.

Main responsibilities:

• Configure and program PLC and RTU devices.
• Install, maintain, service, and develop SCADA control systems, perform configurations.
• Advise clients on technical solutions and manage projects.
• Collaborate with other parties involved in projects to clarify technical tasks, coordinate solutions, and provide technical support for solutions.
• Occasionally travel to sites to perform work.

Candidate requirements:

• Relevant education, preferably in the field of power supply, automation, telecommunications, or information technology.
• Experience in developing and maintaining PLC logic.
• Understanding and experience in configuring and maintaining RTU.
• Understanding of SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux servers, network devices, firewalls, DMZ, virtual machines.
• Good Latvian and English language skills to communicate with international clients.
• Developed logical thinking, high communication and collaboration skills.
• Punctuality, precision, and responsibility, complemented by the ability to independently plan work and set priorities.
• Category B driver’s license.
• Ability to travel occasionally and participate in on-call duties

Apply to the position here: System control engineer