SCADA Sales Engineer - Montpellier or Paris
Pérols, 34, FR Paris, 92, FR
Professional | Full-Time | Engineering
MED SCADA & Cyber Security Sales Solutions is responsible for value engineering, contractual risk management, and product management of SCADA & Cyber Security solutions in Vestas power plants throughout the sales and service stages in the Mediterranean Region, including Southern and Eastern Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. The department provides advanced technology in monitoring, control, and data acquisition systems and related cyber security for wind technology.
Responsibilities
- Offer technical support to the sales department during contract negotiations and bid definitions related to SCADA and ICT issues.
- Participate in team selling, support customers design, customize, and order the appropriate SCADA system to meet standards and technical specifications.
- Identify and interpret SCADA and ICT requirements for wind power plants, and communicate proactively with customers and system operators in the Mediterranean area.
- Provide SCADA and ICT market requirements to the R&D department for product roadmap development, ensuring future compliance and competitiveness, and train sales/customers on new product developments.
- Review customer tender documentation to manage technical risks and evaluate SCADA contractors' proposals on a project-specific basis.
- Conduct business case optimization and value engineering initiatives for SCADA offerings.
- Configure and specify SCADA systems during the bid stage.
- Ensure efficient handover to SCADA operations for project construction.
- Conduct technical meetings with customers, contractors, grid operators, and utilities.
Qualifications
- M.Sc./B.Sc. in Telecommunication/Electronic/Automation Engineering or related fields.
- Knowledge of industrial automation, networks, PLC hardware, SCADA systems, and communication interfaces.
- Relevant work experience in the wind or power generation industry.
- Knowledge of ICT and cyber security requirements in wind power plants is a plus.
Competencies
- Proficient technical skills with a focus on problem-solving.
- Ability to summarize technical topics for non-technical stakeholders.
- Creative solution finding and high motivation to satisfy customer needs.
- Highly structured, well-organized, able to handle several tasks simultaneously and prioritize in a demanding environment.
- Effective communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to engage effectively when addressing external stakeholders.
- High personal motivation, result-oriented, skilled in self-management and working with an international team.
- Proficiency in French and English, both written and spoken.
- Willingness to travel within the Mediterranean area to support customer needs and business targets.
What We Offer
We offer an exciting job in a motivated, international environment. You'll be working in a fast-growing team which is at the forefront of growth within the wind energy sector. As well as offering a attractive salary and benefits package, we put the emphasis on developing both personal and professional skills. In return, we expect you to be professional to achieve results.
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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognise 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.
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 185 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 30,000 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.
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.