Operations Engineer : Switchgear Digitalisation

Siemens Gas and Power GmbH & Co. KG; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday

Flexible benefits portal

Career development opportunities

Cutting-edge projects

Job summary

Siemens Energy Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking an Operations Engineer in Switchgear Digitalisation for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will help ensure reliability and efficiency of electrical distribution systems while collaborating with stakeholders to monitor performance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering, 3+ years' experience, and hands-on use of EPLAN/EBASE, with HV/substation automation knowledge and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering.
• 3+ years engineering experience in the industry.
• Experience with switchgear monitoring and substation automation preferred.
• Proficient in English and able to communicate with international teams.
• Ability to coordinate engineering activities and manage interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain engineering deliverables using EPLAN/EBASE.
• Plan, coordinate and track technical activities across the project lifecycle.
• Support end-to-end delivery from engineering to commissioning.
• Act as interface between engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and customers.
• Engage in FAT/SAT testing and commissioning activities.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

English communication

Electrical systems

HV systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

EPLAN

EBASE

SCADA

IEC 61850

Job description

"We energize society" by supporting our customers to make the transition to a more sustainable world, based on innovative technologies and our ability to turn ideas into reality. With nearly 100,000 employees around the world, we shape the energy systems of today and tomorrow.

Operations Engineer : Switchgear Digitalisation

About the Role

Job ID

302942

Location

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Newcastle up Tyne

Newcastle upon Tyne

Company

Siemens Energy Limited

Organization

Grid Technologies

Business Unit

Digital Grid

Full-time

Experience Level

Professional / Experienced

Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed Term

A Snapshot of Your Day

As an Operations Engineer in Switchgear Digitalisation, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our electrical distribution systems. This 12-month fixed term contract will involve collaborating with various stakeholders to monitor and enhance the performance of switchgear systems, contributing to the energy transition and the future of sustainable energy.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Develop, review, and maintain engineering deliverables, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and system designs using EPLAN, EBASE, or equivalent tools.
• Plan, coordinate, and track technical activities across the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, and budgets. Bring a solid understanding of high-voltage systems, substation automation concepts, IEC61850 and other communication protocols.
• Support end-to-end project delivery—from engineering through installation and commissioning—resolving technical issues and ensuring smooth execution.
• Act as the key interface between engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and customers to ensure clear communication and effective progress tracking.
• Experience with hands-on testing, FAT/SAT execution, SCADA integration, IEC 61850 configuration, and commissioning of monitoring and substation automation systems.
• Participate in technical discussions, FAT/SAT activities, and provide remote site support during commissioning, as required.
• Management: Maintain accurate engineering documentation and manage revisions in line with customer requirements and project changes.
• Ensure compliance with Siemens Energy quality standards and safety protocols across all activities.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Three plus years engineering experience in the industry.
• Understanding of monitoring systems for switchgear, knowledge of transformer monitoring systems is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with EPLAN, EBASE, or similar tools, with the ability to develop and interpret electrical drawings.
• Proven ability to coordinate engineering activities, track deliverables, and manage technical interfaces.
• Exposure to installation and commissioning of grid/substation systems is preferred.
• Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders; proficient in English.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, international environment and manage multiple stakeholders.

About the Team

Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.

Who is Siemens Energy
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world’s electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Our Commitment to Diversity
Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity, we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character, no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

• 26 days holiday, increasing to 29 days with time served
• Access to a flexible benefits portal for private medical cover, cycle-to-work schemes, and more
• Opportunities for career development and continuous learning
• The chance to work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of Siemens Energy and manufacturing