Job Description

Commissioning Engineer for High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) – Open Loop Control & AC Protection (OLC)

In our HVDC Control Team, we are designing, implementing and verifying the hardware and software for innovative HVDC applications using lean and agile methods. Our diverse and multinational teams are working closely together with project management, system and equipment engineering as well as with end customers to provide customized solutions based on the latest innovations in HVDC technology.

How you will make an Impact:

Technically flawless commissioning of HVDC systems on site in due time, including testing of associated HV primary components and secondary systems.

Integration test and functional testing of HVDC control technology (Control & Protection hardware and software) in our test center in Germany

Execution and documentation of Functional Performance Tests (FPT) and Dynamic Performance Tests (DPT) of our C&P Hardware and Software including Customer Acceptance Tests

Preparation of testing procedures and test programs for the C&P Hardware, including the necessary verification documentation

Planning, execution, and evaluation of workshop tests (factory acceptance tests) at sub-supplier’s factory

Support of Commissioning Management in Quality, Risk and Claim Management

Participation in improvement programs (e.g. Lean, Reviews and Lessons Learned)

What you Bring:

Completed studies in electrical engineering, energy technology or comparable education / qualification

Working experience in the area of Electrical Engineering and Commissioning of Electrical Power Stations would be of advantage

Good knowledge in one or more of the following areas: project planning and testing via MATLAB/SIMULINK, Siemens SIMATIC TDC/S7, CFC, grid protection systems / protection relays & BCUs (DIGSI / SIPROTEC V4/5)

Knowledge or experience in the field of HVDC systems, particularly in High Voltage Transmission Technology, Control, Measurement, Protection, and Communication Systems

Good Knowledge in Current- and Voltage Measuring devices and other primary equipment as well as network protection, C&P systems and other secondary systems

Fluent English language skills, further language skills are very welcome

Willingness for worldwide business trips and mainly long-term assignments on construction sites in Germany and abroad, as well as optional assignments on offshore platforms

Team player, communicative, proactive, positive handling of conflicts, decision-making capability