SCADA Engineer Intern/Apprentice

Verkor is a French industrial company aiming to pioneer low-carbon battery manufacturing in France. With the backing of prominent industrial companies such as Renault Group, Plastic Omnium and Schneider Electric, Verkor intends to electrify the future of European mobility.

With over 350 experts from 38 different countries, our endeavor is to unite exceptional global talent to bring this ambitious and innovative project to life. Our strong and agile international team continues to grow and adapt to new challenges. Based in Grenoble (France), we have recently started operations our Verkor Innovation Centre (R&D centre and 4.0 pilot line).

We now focus on building the world’s most modern and efficient Gigafactory in Dunkirk (France). With this facility, our ambition is an initial annual production of 16 Gwh of lithium-ion batteries by 2025, thus powering 300,000 electric vehicles annually.  

In joining us you will actively participate in this breathtaking industrial adventure to shape the future of European mobility.

You support on the SCADA system that controls and monitors the Formation process - the final step in the battery manufacturing process.

The role involves exposure to the SCADAs at both the pilot line and Gigafactory. The Gigafactory project will evolve from design, following the software development phase, and implementation/testing at the Gigafactory.

You are embracing the objective of building and structuring Verkor as the most advanced battery manufacturing company in the world.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with external SCADA system vendors during the design review process, ensuring alignment with factory requirements and standards.

• Work with the SCADA vendor to define and configure control strategies, including route planning, recipe management, and data collection, to optimize battery production efficiency.

• Oversee the software development and integration process, ensuring timely and efficient implementation of SCADA systems.

• Troubleshoot and resolve SCADA system issues, including hardware and software components, in coordination with the external vendor, to minimize downtime and maintain production continuity

• Provide comprehensive training to production and maintenance teams on the use and maintenance of SCADA systems to ensure efficient utilization.

• Create and maintain detailed documentation, including system specifications, operating procedures, and change control records.

• Participate in the continuous improvement of SCADA systems and keeping up-to-date with industry best practices and emerging technologies.

Requirements

• Pursuing studies in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Preferred: experience in SCADA software, including but not limited to Wonderware, Ignition, or Siemens WinCC.

• Strong knowledge of PLC programming and configuration, especially with Allen-Bradley or Siemens controllers.

• Understanding of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, OPC, and Ethernet/IP.

• Ability to design, configure, and troubleshoot HMI (Human-Machine Interface) applications.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail for diagnosing and resolving SCADA system issues.

• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with external SCADA system vendors, cross-functional teams, and convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

• Certification in SCADA-related technologies or industrial automation is a plus.

Why join us?

Strong company spirit and culture settle down around our 4 values:

Contribution

We promote personal initiative and give everyone the means to contribute to the company's success.

Communication

We're committed to transparent communication: we say what we think, and we mean what we say.

Team Spirit

Everyone, in their role, is an ambassador for the company. At Verkor, success is most definitely a team sport!

Commitment

We're all working towards a common goal: a sustainable future, which we're building one step at a time.

Attractive work conditions*

- Stimulating work environment: pleasant offices, multicultural and motivated team

- Live and work in the Green Capital of Europe

- Lunch vouchers

- 50% of local transportation costs financed

- 5 weeks of holidays per year + 2 weeks of compensation time (RTT).

- Industry-leading healthcare

- Opportunities to network and connect with worldwide experts

For more info on the company, please visit us at www.verkor.com

*all positions are open to individuals possessing a Recognition of the Status of Disabled Worker (RQTH)

*conditions may apply depending on type of contract