Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Substations / Europe 60-100%

INP Schweiz AG; Turgi; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Technical trainings

Long-term career

Flexible time off

Team of experts

Family atmosphere

Job summary

INP Schweiz AG is seeking an experienced commissioning engineer for electrical power systems in HV substations. You will perform testing, execute commissioning procedures, and lead first energizations in a dynamic, team-focused environment.

The role requires knowledge of protection systems (IEC 61850) and primary equipment commissioning, with opportunities for cross-training in related industries. A strong team culture and supportive career path await.

Qualifications

• Experience in commissioning of substation protection systems.
• Solid knowledge of IEC 61850, distance protection and transformer protection.
• Know-how in commissioning of primary equipment (LV/MV switchgear, transformers).
• Willingness to be trained in additional industries (e.g. power generator, SynCons).
• Team player with a focused and independent working style.
• Ability to communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Carry out commissioning of electrical power systems in HV Substations.
• Perform testing of electrical BoP systems (transformers, UPS, LV/MV switchgear).
• Execute commissioning procedures in accordance with specifications and instructions.
• Carry out first energizations and system start-up.

Skills

Substation protection

IEC 61850

Primary equipment

Team player

English

Work permit Europe

Job description

Nice to have you here. Thank you for your interest.

¡Hola! I'm Matias Chacon, Division Manager at INP Schweiz. With over 15 years of experience, both on-site and in the back office, I know exactly what matters in our projects and how to tackle things successfully. My Chilean roots? They bring a good dose of openness and joy into everything I do.

At INP Schweiz, we are true fans of long-term relationships – with our employees and our clients. Baltic Power, WATL & EATL and Püssi - Grid Stabiliser are just three examples of our diverse project portfolio. Trust and competence are our top values. We nurture young talents but we also value the expertise of our experienced colleagues.

Our work culture is just right for those who appreciate a healthy balance between work and personal life. Flexible working hours, respect for personal time and a great work-life balance are integral to us. And because I'm a passionate hockey player, I bring a lot of teamwork outside of work too – perfect for our dynamic, family-like atmosphere.

I look forward to meet with you. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out: [phone]

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Tasks

• Carry out commissioning of electrical power systems in HV Substations
• Perform testing of electrical BoP systems (transformers, UPS, LV/MV switchgear)
• Execute commissioning procedures in accordance with specifications and instructions
• Carry out first energizations and system start-up

Requirements

• Experience in commissioning of substation protection systems
• Solid knowledge of IEC 61850, distance protection, transformer protection, etc.
• Know-how in commissioning of primary equipment (LV/MV switchgear, transformers, etc.)
• Willingness to be trained in additional industries (e.g. power generator, SynCons, etc.)
• Team player with a focused and independent working style
• Ability to communicate in English
• Valid work permit for Europe

Benefits

• INP will support you in expanding your technical horizon and also provide hands-on technical trainings
• Focus on long term and building of your career as technical expert
• Multiple type of contractual agreements, primarily based on your preference
• Flexible and individual planning of time off depending on your needs
• Collaborate with a team of Commissioning experts of various backgrounds, share and contribute from profound technical know-how
• Over the last 25 years, we have grown from a handful of visionaries to several dozen professionals.
• We have kept our family spirit and look after each other.
• Only well-informed employees can deliver optimal performance. That is why we regularly provide transparent information.

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