Protection Systems Engineer | Ingenieur Schutztechnik (m/w/d)

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Dresden

Heidenau, Sachsen, Sachsen, Deutschland
Published Sep 29, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role involves the independent design, planning, and testing of complex protection systems for medium and high-voltage switchgear, primarily within the energy sector. The Protection Systems Engineer will be responsible for developing protection concepts, defining and parameterizing protective systems, and contributing to network calculations and circuit planning. A key part of the job includes conducting protection tests and meticulously documenting the results. Candidates should possess a degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification, strong knowledge of secondary technology for medium and high-voltage networks, and familiarity with protective relays and testing systems like SIPROTEC or OMICRON. This position offers a stimulating environment in the Dresden area, requiring fluency in German and a willingness to travel up to 30% nationwide for project work.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or comparable qualification (e.g., Technician with relevant experience)

Experience

  • Professional experience in the design, planning, and testing of complex protection systems
  • Experience in handling protective relays and testing systems (e.g., SIPROTEC, OMICRON) is advantageous
  • Several years of professional experience in protection technology are advantageous

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to travel nationwide (up to 30%); Driver's license Class B