Electrical Engineer - Primary & Secondary Systems

agap2 Switzerland; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 90.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

agap2 is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer to design and develop primary and secondary systems for substations (HV/MV), including protection, control, and automation schemes. You will prepare schematics, single-line diagrams, and protection concepts while performing power system studies to support grid integration.

The role requires a Master’s in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems, hands-on testing and commissioning experience, and fluency in English and German.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems or energy engineering.
• Experience in primary and/or secondary design for substations or utility-scale electrical systems.
• Familiarity with protection and control systems, including relays and SCADA/automation.
• Strong knowledge of power system analysis tools (load flow, short-circuit calculation software).
• Experience with electrical design tools (AutoCAD, EPLAN, or similar).
• Hands-on testing, commissioning, and field validation experience.
• Fluent in English and German.
• Structured, solution-oriented mindset with strong organizational skills.

Aufgaben

• Design and develop primary and/or secondary systems for electrical substations (HV/MV), including protection, control, and automation schemes
• Prepare and review electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and protection concepts
• Perform power system studies (load flow, short circuit, protection coordination) and support grid integration activities
• Specify, select, and validate electrical equipment such as transformers, switchgear, protection relays, and control systems
• Collaborate with utilities, EPC contractors, and equipment suppliers to ensure technical compliance and project execution
• Support testing, commissioning, and validation of substation systems on-site and in laboratory environments
• Contribute to applied engineering improvements and maintain up-to-date knowledge of grid technologies and standards
• Document and present technical solutions, reports, and project deliverables

Kenntnisse

Power systems knowledge

Protection and control familiarity

Grid technologies & standards

Documentation & communication

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (power systems/energy engineering)

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

SCADA

Power system analysis software

Jobbeschreibung

agap2 is a European engineering services company founded in 2005, specialized in industrial and infrastructure sectors. We support key players in Energy, Utilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, and High-Tech industries.

Your Responsibilities:

• Design and develop primary and/or secondary systems for electrical substations (HV/MV), including protection, control, and automation schemes
• Prepare and review electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and protection concepts
• Perform power system studies (load flow, short circuit, protection coordination) and support grid integration activities
• Specify, select, and validate electrical equipment such as transformers, switchgear, protection relays, and control systems
• Collaborate with utilities, EPC contractors, and equipment suppliers to ensure technical compliance and project execution
• Support testing, commissioning, and validation of substation systems on-site and in laboratory environments
• Contribute to applied engineering improvements and maintain up-to-date knowledge of grid technologies and standards
• Document and present technical solutions, reports, and project deliverables

Your Profile:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, ideally with a focus on power systems or energy engineering
• Experience in primary and/or secondary design for substations or utility-scale electrical systems
• Familiarity with protection and control systems, including relays and SCADA/automation
• Strong knowledge of power system analysis tools (e.g., load flow, short-circuit calculation software)
• Experience with electrical design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, EPLAN, or similar)
• Hands-on approach to testing, commissioning, and field validation
• Structured, solution-oriented mindset with strong organizational skills
• Fluent in English and German
• Join a group with strong development potential, offering diverse and technically challenging projects in the energy and utilities sector
• Be part of a well-established structure in Switzerland with a strong portfolio of leading utility clients
• Enjoy a stable and sustainable position with long-term career prospects
• Access continuous training through accredited and certified centers
• Benefit from local management support in achieving your professional goals
• Work within a dynamic, collaborative team driven by strong human values

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted for an initial interview. Additionally, only applications from Swiss and EU citizens can be considered. Unfortunately, due to Brexit, we are no longer able to accept applications from the UK.