Engineer - SCADA & Cybersecurity

Engineer: SCADA and Cybersecurity

Location:
Cape Town, South Africa

At Scatec, you get to work on something that matters. We develop, build, own, and operate renewable energy solutions that accelerate access to reliable and affordable clean energy. As part of a global and agile organisation, you will work with skilled colleagues across functions and geographies, take real ownership, and contribute to a company driven by the vision of improving our future.

At the heart of everything we do is our belief that we bring the energy for change, connection, and growth. It shapes how we collaborate, innovate, and create impact together. If you are looking for a role where your contribution is visible, your development matters, and your work supports a more sustainable future, Scatec may be the right place for you.

Ready to make an impact?

Why this role matters
As the
SCADA and Cybersecurity Engineer you will focus on Cybersecurity compliance and governance in accordance with the project requirements, IEC and lenders requirements for projects in structuring and execution. You will conduct and document vendor risk assessments in accordance with the project requirements, supply agreements and manage deviations while maintaining the integrity of the project. In addition, Supporting the project teams on all tasks related to the design, development and implementation of the OT network and SCADA software solution

What you'll be doing

In this role you will:

• Identify, review and establish the Cybersecurity requirement for the project and associated vendors
• Review SCADA and vendors designs to ensure compliance with IEC and the project requirements for Cybersecurity
• Conduct vendor risk assessments in accordance with the project requirements, manage deviations while maintaining the integrity of the project
• Specify the minimum requirements and specifications related to the SCADA system and communication network
• Conduct due diligence investigations on relevant suppliers to ensure risks and opportunities are identified from a Cybersecurity perspective
• Support Execution Team with planning and alignment of technical aspects of the project related the SCADA and Cybersecurity
• Ensure all agreed Cybersecurity requirements are implemented during execution.
• Review design change request or proposals in the event of deviations.
• Witness with activities related to CFAT and CSAT.
• Ensure the SCADA software and communication network is functional and aligned with the design and equipment numbering schemes
• Support in project close out phase towards TTO by resolving SCADA & Cybersecurity related matters

Your work will support real decisions, real assets, and real operational outcomes

What you’ll gain

• Hands-on involvement in medium- to large-scale renewable energy construction projects.
• Professional growth through ownership, exposure, and meaningful contribution from day one
• Hands-on experience in a role where the challenge is energising, fast-moving, meaningful, and built on learning through doing

What you’ll bring

Experience and qualifications

• B. Eng in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 5+ years’ relevant experience in CSC, OT and critical infrastructure with a practical understanding of Cybersecurity principals
• Relevant certification, for example CCNA, GICSP is beneficial
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, requirements, and applicable standards/regulations for renewable energy projects, including IEC 62443/NIS2, and related OT cybersecurity frameworks
• Experience with industrial control systems (including design, integration, commissioning, troubleshooting and technical support)
• Experience with Communication Networks (LAN/WAN, routing, VPNs, firewalls, managed switches and network segmentation)
• Experience with SCADA systems and…