SCADA Engineer - Protection & Control

We are a Belgian engineering consulting firm that assists SMEs and large industrial organizations in bringing their innovation and R&D initiatives to life.💼 Job DescriptionFor one of our key clients in the energy sector, we are looking for an experienced Protection & Control Engineer to strengthen the Grid Automation team. You will contribute to the engineering and configuration of protection relays and control systems for high-voltage substations, operating under international standards such as IEC 61850.Responsibilities Engineering and configuration of protection relays in high-voltage and distribution substations. Implementation of IEC 61850 bay engineering, including configuration of protocols (MMS, GOOSE). Programming and configuration of RTUs (e.g., RTU500) for control and remote operation of breakers. Engineering activities related to system architecture, signal handling, and interface between protection and control. Configuration and testing with IEC 61850 tools such as IET600, PCM600, Digsi, IED Scout (Omicron) or equivalent. Use of Ethernet protocol sniffers (e.g., Wireshark) and ensuring correct implementation of redundancy protocols (RSTP, HSR, PRP). Documentation, testing support, and system validation. Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.📚 Profile / Requirements Master's degree in Electronics, Electromechanics, Automation, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent by experience Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in SCADA engineering or substation automation Experience working with IEC 61850 Hands-on experience with RTU500 configuration and engineering tools (RTUtil, HMIEditor, Multiprog) Understanding of HV substation layouts and components (e.g. coupling field, transformer field, line field) Familiarity with SCADA specifications and documentation standards Good command of Dutch or French (preferably both) Fluent in English, both written and spoken Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills to collaborate with engineering teams and stakeholders Proactive attitude and ability to work independently as well as in a team🌟 Why join us ?We offer you a position as a consultant within the fascinating world of high tech and innovation. We provide a complete package with on one side training, coaching and a close follow-up, and on the other side a balanced salary package with fringe benefits based on your capabilities and experience.Working with us means choosing a long-term perspective, development possibilities, and a personal approach. A human-centered, diverse company that values and supports your physical and mental well-being.