Mining jobs in Germany

Location: Ratingen, Germany

Contract Type: Freelance (Service Contract)

Start Date: ASAP

Working Hours: Full-time, 8 hours/day, 5 days/week

Languages: English (required)

Seeking a skilled Freelance Technical Field Advisor (TFA) to support commissioning activities for Variable Speed Drive (VSD) systems in Ratingen, Germany. This role is ideal for professionals with hands-on experience in GE PC VSD systems who thrive in dynamic, on-site environments and can provide expert guidance during critical commissioning phases.

1. Act as the on-site technical expert during commissioning of PC Variable Speed Drive systems.
2. Provide advisory support to customer teams and subcontractors to ensure proper installation, configuration, and testing of VSD equipment.
3. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to VSD systems during commissioning.
4. Ensure all activities comply with safety, quality, and operational standards.
5. Collaborate with engineering and project teams to align commissioning efforts with project timelines and deliverables.
6. Document commissioning activities, technical findings, and customer interactions.

1. Proven experience with Variable Speed Drive (VSD) systems.
2. Strong understanding of commissioning processes and electrical drive systems.
3. Ability to interpret technical documentation, schematics, and system configurations.
4. Fluent in English.
5. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
6. Willingness to work fully on-site in Ratingen.

• This is a freelance service contract, not a temporary staffing (ANÜ) arrangement.
• Travel flexibility may be required depending on project needs.

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