Commissioning Engineer for Protection Systems and Mechanisms | Inbetriebsetzungstechniker (m/w/d) für Schutzmechanismen- und Systeme

add-on personal & lösungen GmbH

Forchheim, Oberfranken, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Dec 5, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role seeks a Commissioning Engineer specializing in protection systems and mechanisms for High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) plants, working for a global technology leader focused on energy solutions. The core responsibilities involve executing integration and functional tests of control technology (hardware and software) within the test center, conducting and documenting functional and performance tests (FPT/DPT), and managing customer acceptance procedures. A key focus is ensuring the timely and high-quality commissioning of HVDC systems worldwide. The ideal candidate holds a university degree in Electrical or Energy Engineering and brings professional experience in power supply and plant commissioning. Proficiency in specific tools like MATLAB/SIMULINK, Siemens SIMATIC, and protection relays (DIGSI/Siprotec) is essential, along with expertise in high-voltage technology. This permanent position requires excellent German and English skills and a willingness for extensive global business travel and long-term international assignments.

Required Skills

Education

University Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology, or comparable qualification

Experience

  • Professional experience in power supply
  • Professional experience in plant commissioning
  • Experience in high-voltage technology and protection systems for HVDC plants

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness for worldwide business travel and long-term international assignments