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They should have a great attention to detail of all project requirements and lead other designers to deliver a high-quality product on time and under budget with a safety mindset.Job Description\nThe person will be reporting directly to line manager/project manager, while reporting technically to the Operational Technology (OT) Engineering Cybersecurity Leader as well. The successful candidate will be part of a highly motivated and dynamic team of engineers working on the development of renewables projects worldwide.\nAbility to provide high level design specification for complex Substation Automation, and SCADA Systems, which may include multiple sites, typically windfarm onshore and offshore components. The Lead SCADA Engineer must be creative and able to lead their project design team to deliver a high-quality product on time and under budget.\nAbility to design and lead the development of cybersecurity solutions on projects. 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