HVDC Protection & Switchgear Commissioning Engineer

Quest Global; Bayern; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global, a leading engineering services provider, seeks a Protection & Switchgear Commissioning Engineer in Germany to support testing, integration and commissioning of protection, control and switchgear for HVDC, high‑voltage transmission and substation projects.

The candidate should have a strong electrical engineering foundation and hands-on commissioning experience with protection relays, high‑voltage equipment and control systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Hands-on experience in electrical commissioning, protection systems, switchgear, substations or HV power systems.
• HVDC experience is highly desirable but not mandatory for broader candidate pipeline.
• Experience in commissioning activities in factory/test environments and/or construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, integration and commissioning of protection, control and switchgear systems for HVDC, high‑voltage transmission and/or substation projects.
• Configure, test and commission protection relays, field control devices and associated control systems.
• Perform functional testing and verification of protection functions/schemes, interlocking/locking logic, control sequences and field control units.
• Execute testing using secondary injection and electrical test equipment (Omicron or equivalent).
• Support commissioning of HV primary equipment and switchgear, including control and protection interfaces.
• Where applicable, support commissioning of AC/DC auxiliary power systems (MVAC/LVAC, LVDC, batteries, UPS, ATS).
• Conduct FAT, SAT and performance verification activities; prepare and maintain commissioning/test documentation.
• Analyze test results, troubleshoot protection and control issues, and support customer acceptance.

Skills

Protection systems

Control systems

HV switchgear

Test equipment

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Omicron

SIPROTEC

DIGSI 5

MATLAB/Simulink

Siemens SIMATIC

Job description

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for an experienced Protection & Switchgear Commissioning Engineer to support the testing, integration and commissioning of protection, control, switchgear and associated electrical systems for HVDC, high‑voltage transmission and substation projects.

The ideal candidate combines a strong foundation in electrical/power engineering with practical commissioning experience involving protection relays, high‑voltage equipment, switchgear, control systems and electrical testing.

The role requires a hands‑on engineering mindset, strong troubleshooting capabilities and the ability to work effectively with engineering teams, customers, suppliers and site personnel. Candidates should be comfortable working in test facilities as well as at project/construction sites and be willing to undertake international and potentially long‑term site assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform testing, integration and commissioning of protection, control and switchgear systems for HVDC, high‑voltage transmission and/or substation projects.
• Configure, test and commission protection relays, field control devices and associated control systems.
• Perform functional testing and verification of:
  • Protection functions and schemes
  • Interlocking and locking logic
  • Control sequences and step chains
  • Field control units
  • Protection and control interfaces
• Execute testing using appropriate secondary injection and electrical test equipment, such as Omicron or comparable tools.
• Support the testing and commissioning of HV primary equipment and switchgear, including associated control and protection interfaces.
• Where applicable, support commissioning of AC/DC auxiliary power systems, including MVAC/LVAC, LVDC, auxiliary transformers, batteries, UPS and automatic transfer systems.
• Conduct integration tests, functional tests, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) and performance verification activities.
• Prepare, execute and maintain commissioning procedures, test plans, test records, checklists and other verification documentation.
• Analyze test results, identify technical faults and independently troubleshoot protection, control and electrical system issues.
• Support customer acceptance activities and resolution of technical issues during factory and site commissioning.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, customers, suppliers and other commissioning disciplines to ensure successful system integration and handover.
• Support project requirements relating to quality, EHS/safety, risk, schedule and continuous improvement.
• Capture lessons learned and contribute to improvements in commissioning processes and practices.

We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.

We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, Energy Technology or a comparable technical discipline; alternatively, a relevant technician or equivalent technical qualification supported by appropriate commissioning experience.
• Practical experience in electrical commissioning, protection systems, switchgear, substations or high‑voltage power systems.
• Experience with HVDC systems is highly desirable but should not necessarily be treated as mandatory when building a broader candidate pipeline.
• Experience performing commissioning activities in factory/test environments and/or construction sites is preferred.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge or practical experience in several of the following:

• Protection and control systems
• Protection relays and protection schemes
• High‑voltage switchgear
• HV/MV electrical systems
• Field control devices
• Interlocking and control logic
• Functional and integration testing
• Electrical drawings, schematics and test documentation

Experience with one or more of the following technologies/tools is advantageous:

• SIPROTEC protection relays
• DIGSI / DIGSI 5
• Omicron test equipment
• MATLAB/Simulink
• Siemens SIMATIC TDC/S7 or CFC
• Protection engineering/configuration tools
• Network protection and control systems