Vattenfall
Energy
SeniorOperationalTechnology(OT)Architect–TechnicalAuthority
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“Senior Operational Technology (OT) Architect – Technical Authority at Vattenfall. Skills: OT architecture, SCADA systems, Technical authority, Renewable energy. Define OT architecture strategy. Govern reference architectures”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure consistent, high-quality solutions; Enable operational excellence; Ensure robustness, security, and scalability of solutions
Industry & Context.
Act as escalation point for complex system decisions; Solution design; Trade-offs; Technical decision-making
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Extensive experience in OT architecture within renewable energy, Deep SCADA expertise, Proven experience acting as a senior technical lead, architect, or authority across multiple systems or projects, Hands-on knowledge of Level 1 SCADA systems, Understand industrial communication protocols, Understand OT cybersecurity, Ability to guide, influence, and challenge engineering teams without direct line authority, Able to translate complex technical concepts into clear and actionable guidance, Experience driving standardisation, governance, and cross-team alignment, Knowledge of architecture frameworks, Proven track record of designing scalable, secure, and resilient OT solutions, Experience working across multiple projects, ensuring consistency and reuse
Nice to Have
Experience integrating OT with cloud and data platforms, Knowledge of asset management systems, Knowledge of digital twin approaches, Experience working in a Technical Authority / domain lead setup
What You'll Do.
Define OT architecture strategy
Govern reference architectures
Act as technical escalation point
Ensure architecture alignment
Act as Technical Authority
Guide engineering teams
Drive competence development
Lead SCADA system design
Support project teams
Drive standardization
Provide technical leadership
Own OT technology roadmap
Ensure cybersecurity-by-design
Support digitalisation initiatives
Drive adoption of emerging technologies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Guide, coach, and challenge engineering teams; Work with stakeholders; Work in interdisciplinary teams; Support from colleagues
Communication Scope
Translate complex technical topics into clear guidance
Full Job Description
Vattenfall is a European energy company with approximately 21000 employees. For more than 100 years we have electrified industries, supplied energy to people’s homes and modernized our way of living through innovation and cooperation. We now want to make fossil-free living possible within one generation. To be able to reach this ambitious goal we are looking for talented individuals who, in addition to their passion for their own role, also have strong team spirit and want to contribute to supporting a meaningful corporate mission. We are seeking a Senior Operational Technology (OT) Architect – Technical Authority to define, govern, and evolve the OT architecture across our renewable energy portfolio. A Technical Authority is expected to: * Own architecture and standards across the domain * Act as escalation point for complex system decisions * Drive roadmap alignment and governance * Ensure competence development and consistency across teams This is not only a design role. You will act as a technical authority for SCADA and OT systems, setting standards, guiding engineering teams, and ensuring consistent, high-quality solutions across projects and assets. You will play a central role in building and developing technical competencies within Operational Technology in BA Wind, ensuring that our solutions are robust, secure, and scalable while enabling operational excellence. Your Responsibilities As a Senior OT Architect / Technical Authority, you will: Architecture & Governance * Define, maintain, and enforce the OT architecture strategy for SCADA and automation systems * Establish and govern reference architectures, standards, and design principles across all assets * Act as the technical escalation point for complex system and integration decisions * Ensure alignment of architectures across projects, assets, and business units Technical Authority & Capability Building * Act as Technical Authority for SCADA and OT systems, ensuring consistency and quality of enginee
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